How to sign child in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

With your hand in front of you and your fingers horizontal, move your hand slightly down a couple of times.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for child
Extend your thumb outwards at a 90-degree angle, bend the other fingers at the knuckles, keeping them at a 90-degree angle to the palm.

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Place the index finger of your dominant hand underneath your nose with your palm oriented downward. Then, slightly rotate your wrist back and forth a couple of times.

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End of Sign

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for child
Extend your index and pinky fingers, while folding the other fingers into the palm.

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Paul Kelly, a nationally certified sign language interpreter and the founder of strongasl.com, has dedicated his career to bridging communication gaps through sign language. As a CODA (child of deaf adult), with deep personal and professional roots in the deaf community, Paul brings a unique blend of personal insight and professional expertise to his work.

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