Why use Makaton or Key Word Sign Language?
TOP If you have a child with speech and/or developmental delay that needs sign language to augment (assist) their communication. Or you just want to get your baby communicating earlier. Then using Makaton (Key word signing) is the right way to go. As you talk and pick out the key words to sign (the words that are of most importance to your child), your child is getting the best possible input from you to assist with their getting started with communicating their needs, emotions and comprehension. Your baby is listening to what you are saying, watching your hands , watching your facial expression, body language and tone of voice. All of these things help your baby to understand and learn. Your child does not need to be immersed in Auslan (unless of course yuor child is deaf and this is your choice of communication). The amount of signs you will use are much smaller than what is available thru Auslan. Add……
