My First Signs: Volume 1. This range of products builds up to covers most of the basic signs and phrases needed by young children and their parents.

For the computer formats (Windows, Mac, Linux), children can interact with the product by clicking with the mouse on pictures. Each product contains over 1000 video clips, sourced from over 15 hours of digital video. The use of latest technology has enabled unrivaled interactivity on all computer based platforms. The development of this range of products was started in 1999 and has been produced by Microbooks in conjunction with Derby Royal School for the Deaf, pupils from Mary Hare Schools, and the National Deaf Children’s Society.

This product is fun to use, with intuitive and engaging interface, and is highly interactive. It will encourage and engage the user to learn BSL signs and phrases. In addition there are amazing quizzes to keep children engaged in learning and application of learning, including the creation of an environment where they will gain familiarity with computers in a natural way.

• Learn The Alphabet;
• Fun Dictionary;
• Click On Pictures And Learn BSL;
• Simple Phrases;
• Three Interactive And Fun Quizzes;
• Configurable Learning Environment;
• Simple And Fun Controls For Playing Videos;
• Online Help For Technical Support;
• Caters For People With Visual Impairment.

Consultants:Wendy Daunt, Jerry Hanifin,Wendy Trent
Signers: Veronica Holmes (15), Lucy Hawes (9), Graham Seatin (15), Ruth (9)