TY  - BOOK
AU  - Smith,Cath
TI  - Sign language companion: a handbook of British signs 
T2  - Human horizons series
SN  - 9781788169639 
AV  - HV2476.5.B75 
U1  - 419.41 23
PY  - 2021///
CY  - London
PB  - Souvenir Press
KW  - British Sign Language
KW  - Language
KW  - ukslc
KW  - Linguistics
KW  - thema
KW  - United Kingdom, Great Britain
KW  - Sign languages, Braille & other linguistic communication
N1  - Originally published: London: Souvenir, 1996; Includes bibliographical references and index
N2  - 'Sign Language Companion' aims to help young people become more fluent in British Sign Language by presenting signs that link ideas and concepts, and enabling students to construct their own combinations in everyday conversations; 'Should be required reading for all beginners ... A very useful book' British Deaf News 'Great to help further understanding of the language of deaf people' The Teacher This new cover edition of Sign Language Companion offers a clear introduction to British Sign Language, featuring over 400 illustrations of common signs. Helpfully formatted in groups of linked ideas, it allows the development of real conversations immediately. British Sign Language (BSL) is Britain's fourth most popular language, and for the Deaf community it is the most fluent means of communication - and the most direct way for hearing people to interact with the deaf. Sign Language Companion is for all BSL students, and covers topics including: - Getting to know you - Sharing ideas and interests - Feelings and building relationships - Food and drink With a new preface and updated resources, Sign Language Companion is an essential classic that has stood the test of time - an invaluable reference for all learners of BSL of any age
ER  -