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Signing with Babies and Toddlers is a good first step in linking an object with something that represents it. When we say "cookie" a yummy delicious cookie does not pop out of our mouth, we come to learn that the word "cookie" represents that yummy delicious goodness. Therefore, starting with signs and the spoken word can help make the connection between the real object and its symbolic representation much easier for little ones.
I have made pictures to remind adults to use the sign and word when speaking with babies and toddlers. These cues are for the adult to remember to use small phrases and the signs to help little ones recognize what the symbol means.
I have made some pdf files to print with some beginning words and signs.
Here are some links for some more information
Babies and Toddlers Sign Language
