The Pocket Dictionary Of Signing

by Rod R. Butterworth, Mickey Flodin

The simplest, most convenient alphabetized pocket guide to American Sign Language (ASL). Arranged in an easy-to-use dictionary format, this edition contains more than 600 signing entries with accompanying directions and illustrations. Inside you’ll find many special highlights,

·         Over 600 signs –a selection of the most commonly used phrases
·         Detailed illustrations -- showing exact hand positions and movements
·         Fingerspelling -- to aid in communicating words for which there are no signs
·         Memory aids -- to assist in recalling how to form signs
·         Special sections -- on forming numbers, letters, and constructing word endings
·         Comprehensive Index -- of entries and their synonyms for easy cross-referencing

The Pocket Dictionary of Signing is the most complete pocket guide to basic sign language -- and it’s portable enough to be carried anywhere in a pocket or purse.

Genres: Reference, Language, Nonfiction, Textbooks, Dictionaries, Self Help

224 pages, Paperback

First published June 12, 1987

Reviews

[Kandace · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this book back in fourth grade having no need to learn sign language at the time, but thinking it might be useful to learn. I never did learn, but not because of the book, but because of lack of motivation. The book itself is very helpful. There is a clear explanation of the movements needed to sign the word listed, as well as very helpful diagrams. I would recommend this book to any beginner.

[Jennifer Tacbas · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book supplies its reader with clear illustrations, written directions and memory aids for each sign/word as well as examples of the sign/word used in a sentence. A very thorough book that is recommended for the beginner.

[Tanya · Rating 4 out of 5]

wish it came in Kindle. it would make a great on-hand all the time reference book.

[Ayny · Rating 4 out of 5]

very helpful I wanted to learn a few expressions in ASL.
small book as well, so good for portabilty.

[Endira77]

I took an extra class before school for fun in the tenth grade, perhaps. I had a crush on a deaf guy named Greg with curly hair and freckles.

[Dena · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good for some of the basic signs, but far from complete!