Top 10 Signs

Research shows that early exposure to sign language benefits all children—deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing—by supporting communication, connection, and cognitive growth. Top 10 Signs introduces families and caregivers to ten everyday signs easily used in daily routines with babies and toddlers. Featuring engaging illustrations and videos demonstrated by Deaf signers, the resource offers visual clarity and authentic language modeling. Designed to be simple, fun, and accessible, Top Ten Signs empowers families to start signing with confidence while fostering meaningful interactions that strengthen language development, social bonds, and early learning.

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