Dawn Babb Prochovnic
Book Trailers
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Reviews
“I’ve just discovered a wonderful new sign language series by Dawn Babb Prochovnic that features basic signs woven into engaging stories that are both entertaining and educational. The books feature themes appropriate to a young child’s developmental level . . . and the illustrations are absolutely adorable! I can’t wait to share the books with my Child Development Class--and my grandchildren!”
~Penny Warner, M.A. Special Education, Deafness
Author of FUN WITH SIGN, LEARN TO SIGN THE FUN WAY, and BABY’S FAVORITE RHYMES TO SIGN
“Children who are interested in learning sign language will find the Story Time with Signs & Rhymes series an intriguing place to start.” ~Ilene Cooper, Booklist, October, 2009
“The text is lively, and Bauer’s colorful illustrations crackle with cartoony energy. . . . The signs themselves are well chosen for the target audience, and the structure of the stories provides a great way to introduce and reinforce basic ASL vocabulary for hearing children.”
~School Library Journal, January 2010
“Short, snappy sentences keep readers turning the pages and the building and recession of the cumulative tale are sure to hold the attention of youngsters. . . . The bright, vivid illustrations hold intrigue and amusement. . . . An excellent American Sign Language Glossary, Fun Facts, Signing Activities, and websites round out this book.”
~Nancy Attebury, Children’s Literature Comprehensive Database
“All eight titles in the Story Time with Signs & Rhymes series by author Dawn Babb Prochovnic and illustrator Stephanie Bauer are fun and educational with inviting illustrations. The illustrations are in bright, comforting colors that make the objects pop out so children can easily identify what is going on in each scene--important for comprehension. . . . [The books] include rhymes and repetition that foster vocabulary development and phonological awareness, provide multiple opportunities to practice featured ASL signs, and, most importantly, make these stories fun for young children.”
~Katie Anderson, Library Youth Services Consultant
“Bring a new, dynamic finger-play experience to your story time! Story Time with Signs & Rhymes offers a variety of rhythmic, playful stories for read-aloud fun. American Sign Language (ASL) signs are incorporated into the book design, inviting children to sign along with the story. The result is a literacy-based, finger-play experience sure to engage students and teach signing!”
~Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group
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The Nest Where I Like to Rest
Mama hen’s eggs are in danger and she can’t rest! This rhythmic tale invites readers to chant along and learn American Sign Language (ASL) signs for animals such as cats, rats and geese. Oregon Book Awards Finalist!
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Reader’s Choice Award Nominee
