VBS Planning -- Other Resources
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| Sign & Say: Bible Verses for Children (Spiral-bound) | |
by Daphna Flegal. 48 pages. Abingdon Press (January 1, 1999) CBD Stock Number: WW74428 Description: Believe it or not, this single amazing resource helps your kids learn American Sign Language and memorize favorite Bible verses! Completely illustrated, the easy-to-understand lesson book can be used by children of all ages (as well as their parents!) to practice the ASL hand gestures for important Old and New Testament verses. 48 pages, saddle-stitched softcover from Abingdon. |
Sign and Say Bible Verses 
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| With Heart and Hands and Voices: Songs With Sign Language for Sunday School, Choir, and Worship (Spiral-bound) | |
by Deborah Tyree. 48 pages. Abingdon Press; Spiral edition (June 1, 2000) Description: Take your favorite choruses, add sign language and what do you get? A refreshing new form of worship that makes favorites like "Jesus Loves Me" and "Blessed Assurance" seem like new again. Features 22 songs with chords and easy-to-follow motion illustrations, plus hints for incorporating sign language into your Sunday school or music ministry. |
With Hearts, Hands, and Voices
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| Signing at Sunday School (Beginning Sign Language Series) | |
by Jane Schneider. Paperback: 32 pages; Garlic Press (July 1, 1998) Description: A 32-page resource packed with information for signing Bible stories, Scripture verses for memory, and Sunday School choruses. Colorful graphics and clear demonstrations of signing techniques are used for the life of Christ from the annunciation to the ascension. |
Signing at Sunday School, Beginning Sign Language Series
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| Religious Signing : A Comprehensive Guide For All Faiths (Paperback) | |
by Elaine Phd Costello. Paperback: 240 pages; Bantam (January 1, 1997) Description: The bond between sign language and religion has remained a vital one since the fourth century, when Spanish monks signed to communicate during their vows of silence. Present-day American Sign Language continues the tradition, being taught frequently in religious communities of all faiths. This comprehensive guide contains all the vocabulary and information you need to communicate effectively in any religious setting. From Alleluia to Zizith, more than 500 signs and their specific meanings. Large, clear, upper-torso illustrations that show the corresponding movements of hands, body, and face. Easy-to-follow instructions to help you master the art of expressing signs. A special section on signing favorite veres, prayers, and blessings. A complete index for quick access to any sign. |
Religious Signing: A Comprehensive Guide for All Faiths Bestselling Books
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| Hymns for Signing (American Sign Language) (Spiral-bound) | |
by Curt D. Keller (Editor). 480 pages. Abingdon Press; Spiral edition (January 1, 1995) Description: Hymns for Signing was developed to provide persons with hearing impairments access to hymns as they are sung. Many words and concepts in hymns do not not exist in American Sign Language (ASL); singers must translate hymns used in worship into ASL prior to the service. This text-only edition is primarily for signers to use in worship and other church settings. It will also be helpful to those who have impaired hearing for use with their families or in other areas. Contains more than 600 hymns translated into American Sign Language; features an easy-to-use, easy-to-read format; contains an excellent collection of traditional and gospel hymns; allows persons with hearing impairments to participate in worship; serves an important ministry function. 480 pages spiral bound. From Abingdon Press. |
Hymns for Signing: American Sign Language
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| Signing illustrated: the complete learning guide (Paperback) | |
288 pages. Perigee Trade (October 1, 1994) Description: American Sign Language by category is the perferred method of teaching and learning today. This expanded edition of one of the most popular book available features a new section of technology and computer terms that makes this guide the most up to date and usuable on the market. Learn more than 1400 signs with clear illustrations, accurate descriptions, concise format, fingerspelling exercises and more. |
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| Signing for Kids (Paperback) | |
by Mickey Flodin. Paperback: 144 pages. Perigee Trade (June 27, 1991) Description: The first signing manual written for kids, this invaluable learning guide is created especially foreight to fourteen-year-olds. Presented in an easy-to-fo llow, more detailed, larger format, Signing for Kids is arranged by general subject area. Included among the subjects are: a manual alphabet; pets/animals; snacks/food; sports/school; family/friends; money/numbers, and much more. A helpful "How to Use This Book" section is also included. |
Signing for Kids: The Fun Way for Anyone to Learn American Sign Language
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| Expanded Songs in Sign, Beginning Sign Language Series | |
by S. Harold Collins, Kathy Kifer (Illustrator) 32 pages Description: An expansion of the popular Songs In Sign to 11 songs in Signed English. Includes all songs, illustrations, and music from Songs In Sign, plus: London Bridge; Over the River and Through the Woods; Tell Me Why; She'll Be Coming Around the Mountain; and, The Bear Went Over the Mountain. 32 pages. |
Expanded Songs in Sign, Beginning Sign Language Series
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| Jesus Loves Me! Scriptures and Songs in Sign Language | |
By: James Sewell Description: Sign language is an enjoyable and meaningful way to hide God's Word in little hearts! As children learn to sign the verses in this book, they will gain fresh insight into each Scripture. Their faith will be built with the assurance of the greatest new of all--Jesus loves me! This book can be used to enhance and Sunday School lesson, Vacation Bible School song time, or any time that one desires to enrich his heart and mind with the beauty of the Living Word! |
 Jesus Loves Me! Scriptures and Songs in Sign Language
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| Signing at Church, Beginning Sign Language Series | |
by Jane Schneider (Illustrator), Kathy Kifer (Illustrator), Marina Frasnik (Illustrator) 32 pages Description: Signing at Church is a helpful collection of signs, phrases, and Bible passages fashioned to bring hearing impaired and hearing church members closer in their exchanges and in their worship. Signing at Church serves as a good introduction to sign language, presenting greeting and questions, The Lord's Prayer, a passage from John, and a basic signing vocabulary. |
Signing at Church, Beginning Sign Language Series
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| Faith Speaks! Gr K-4 | |
By: James C. Sewell. Paperback: 64 pages. Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Christian; Activity edition (January 2, 2004) Description: Sign language is an enjoyable and meaningful way to memorize Scripture. Children will gain fresh insight into God's Word as they learn to sign the verses in this book. The verses and mini-lessons encourage students to pray, believe, and skillfully wield the sword of the Spirit by speaking God's Word in faith. Children will learn to activate their faith by speaking faith-filled words over their lives, their circumstances, and the world! This book can be used to enhance any Sunday School or Vacation Bible School lesson, or any time that one desires to enrich the mind and heart with the power of the Living Word! |
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| Signs of Wisdom, Expressing God's Wisdom in Sign Language, Grades K-4 | |
By: James C. Sewell Description: Teach your youngsters biblical principles of godly behavior and a new language at the same time! Using CASE (Conceptually Accurate Signed English), each lesson includes a verse from Proverbs to memorize (with a child-friendly explanation) and clearly illustrated signs for thoughts, ideas, letters, and numbers. Grades K to 4. 64 reproducible pages, softcover from Carson-Dellosa. |
 Signs of Wisdom, Expressing God's Wisdom in Sign Language, Grades K-4
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