How to sign book in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Written/printed work

Sign Instructions:

Begin with your palms against each other with your fingers facing forward. Then, open your hands up until your palms are oriented upwards.

Videos

Example Video

Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of book

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of book

End of Sign

Final Frame of book

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for book
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for book
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

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