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The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language

More than 3,000 ASL Sign Illustrations Fully Searchable Full-Color DVD Featuring Every Sign Special ASL Classifier Section Complete Index of English Synonyms for Every Sign

Created by an unparalleled board of experts led by renowned ASL linguist and poet Clayton Valli, The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language represents the culmination of more than five years of meticulous assessment and labor. More than 3,000 illustrations arrayed in this volume display the most useful selection of signs to be found in any single ASL reference resource. Each sign illustration, including depictions of fingerspelling when appropriate, incorporates a complete list of English synonyms. A full, alphabetized English index enables users to cross-reference words and signs throughout the entire volume.

The comprehensive introduction lays the groundwork for learning ASL by explaining in plain language the workings of ASL syntax and structure. It also offers examples of idioms

Price:$49.95

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    Talk More! is an exciting new interactive language learning DVD series for beginners. If you have mastered the basics but aren’t yet an intermediate speaker, this DVD video is for you. It uses the latest interactive techniques to teach useful everyday words and dialogue. Special features include: 70 minutes of broadcast quality video material, in which all phrases and dialogue is spoken by both male and female native speakers. The program features 10 quizzes with two levels of difficulty. During viewing, you can test what you’ve learned by answering questions, and earn points as the program monitors your progress. Topics covered include: Greetings, At the restaurant, On the phone, Business …and many more! Please note that the language used in this product is not always translated word for word. Occasionally, idioms and common usage terms are used rather than a literal translation, in order to help you to speak more naturally when traveling & interacting with locals. Eurotalk I

    Price:$29.99

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    Random House Webster’s Concise American Sign Language Dictionary

    A complete pocket dictionary of American Sign Language

    Over 4,500 fully illustrated, up-to-date signs

    From basic hand shapes to fully illustrated and described signs, Random House Webster’s Concise American Sign Language Dictionary offers a comprehensive and up-to-date treasury of signs. Whether you are a novice seeking “survival signs” for basic communication or an experienced user fluent in ASL and looking to enlarge your vocabulary, you cannot find a more complete, easy-to-use sign language dictionary.

    This authoritative reference includes:

    • Over 4,500 signs — more than other ASL pocket dictionaries
    • Detailed full-torso illustrations
    • Precise, easy-to-follow instructions for performing each sign
    • Signs for new and technical terms
    • Hints for remembering signs
    • And much more

    Price:$7.99

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