Signing for Success: Using Sign Language to Support Positive Behavior in Young Children Paperback – August 24, 2025

Signing for Success: Using Sign Language to Support Positive Behavior in Young Children is the ultimate resource for educators, families, and caregivers seeking practical, research-backed strategies to transform classroom and home routines using American Sign Language (ASL). Written by Lillian Hubler Tobin, a leader in ASL-based early childhood education, this comprehensive guide reveals how simple signs can foster communication, independence, and positive behavior in children ages 0–6—including those with autism, ADHD, and other diverse learning needs.Inside, you’ll discover:Step-by-step methods for building routines, managing transitions, and teaching classroom rules with ASLCreative ways to use sign language in songs, schedules, and visual supportsReal-life success stories and testimonials from teachers and familiesStrategies for supporting neurodiverse learners and connecting families beyond the classroomGuidance on integrating sign language across the curriculum: language arts, music, science, arts, and moreTips for leveraging technology, empowering peer leaders, and building staff buy-inReady-to-use templates, posters, and printable resources for immediate classroom and home useWhether you’re a teacher, parent, therapist, or administrator, Signing for Success provides the tools and confidence to create a calmer, more inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Start with just a few signs and watch your classroom or home transform—one hand at a time. Read more