Many new parents can relate to the frustration of trying to figure out the exact needs of their baby. Are they hungry? Do they need changed? Whether it's a piercing wail to have their diaper checked, ...

PHILADELPHIA — Toward the end of lunch, Phoenix Ferragame, 17 months old, raised both hands in front of his chest and tapped his fingertips together. His mother smiled. “You want more? More chips?” ...

In this photo combination, Theo Ferragame, 3, demonstrates the two motion signs for “thank you” in the family’s dining room in the Mount Airy neighborhood in Philadelphia. His parents found using ...

I’ve heard about teaching sign language to babies before they can speak. How do I try this with my baby? Baby sign language is a trend that seems to have real staying power. Signing with babies is ...

Teaching a child sign language for words like “more,” “all gone,” or “thank you” can make it easier for them to communicate and express emotions. Share on Pinterest Most children begin to talk around ...

Just the facts ... Business: Baby Signs with Kathy Owner: Kathy Hobson Hours: Varies, depending on when classes are offered Telephone: 484-4490 Website: babysignswithkathy.com Editorial assistant ...

The popularity of teaching sign language to babies has exploded over the past several years. Who wouldn’t want their wee ones to be able to tell them they’d like their blanket, more juice or a pair of ...

Kansas educators are taking steps to improve the teaching of American Sign Language and putting it on par with other world languages taught in public schools. The Kansas State Board of Education on ...