Dispelling Myths About Sign Language

By: 

Matthew Ricca, Speech-Language Pathologist, Vail Inclusive Preschool

Description: 

American Sign Language (ASL) is commonly associated with deaf or hard-of-hearing children, but it can have benefits for children without hearing impairment, as well. This article takes a glance at the relationship between ASL and spoken language, highlighting the positive benefits ASL can have on children’s overall language development.

http://www.eparent.com/education/myths-facts-acquisition-of-american-sign-language-english/