{"id":3032,"date":"2026-10-21T18:10:47","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T18:10:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/emprepinc.com\/euc\/?post_type=mpcs-lesson&p=3032"},"modified":"2026-10-21T21:14:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T21:14:55","slug":"lesson-1-baby-sign-language-basics","status":"publish","type":"mpcs-lesson","link":"https:\/\/emprepinc.com\/euc\/courses\/embarkers-language-arts-6-12-months\/lessons\/lesson-1-baby-sign-language-basics\/","title":{"rendered":"Lesson 1: Baby Sign Language Basics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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During breakfast, Mateo\u2019s abuela gently taps her fingers together to sign \u201cmore.\u201d Mateo\u2019s bright eyes follow her hands, then he tries the sign himself, grinning when his abuela claps and says \u201c\u00a1Muy bien!\u201d Their kitchen fills with laughter as Mateo begins using his hands and voice together to ask for another bite.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Aims:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0
Support communication by pairing functional signs with speech.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Goals:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Introduce signs for needs, comfort, and interests.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Objectives:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Use basic signs in context (\u201cmore,\u201d \u201ceat,\u201d \u201call done\u201d)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Pair signs with spoken words<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Transformation:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0
        Children become more expressive, reducing frustration and fostering connection.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        Foundation:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0
        Early gestures and pointing<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        What Happens Next:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0
        Expands to more advanced signs and combinations<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        Skill Progression:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • 3\u20134 foundational signs<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          • Use signs during daily routines (snacks, meals, play)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            • Practice new signs with songs and stories.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              • Model signs and repeat them often<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                Sign language guide\/pictures, daily objects<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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                • Emphasize most important needs first.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                  • Repeat and reinforce frequently.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                    Use signs naturally throughout the day<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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                    Celebrate even the smallest attempts\u2014smile, say the word, and repeat the sign together<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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                    • Individual: Snack time sign practice<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                      • Group: Family \u201csign and sing\u201d sessions<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                        Activity Pack:<\/span><\/b> Please print the accompanying activity pack for this lesson.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","mpcs-curriculum-categories":[],"mpcs-curriculum-tags":[],"class_list":["post-3032","mpcs-lesson","type-mpcs-lesson","status-publish","hentry","has-post-title","has-post-date","has-post-category","has-post-tag","has-post-comment","has-post-author",""],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t