New Classes!

New class dates, times, and locations are posted!  Check out the Classes page for more information!  Come join the fun!

Winter Classes Coming Soon!

Winter classes will be coming soon at a new location!  I will be teaching an 8-week Level 1 class at Little Padded Seats in Valley West Mall.  We are looking at weekday morning options.  If you are interested in this class and have a day/time preference, please let me know!

Fall Classes!

Level 1 and Level 2 classes are starting soon!  They will begin on Sunday, September 30 and be finished by Thanksgiving.  For more information, visit the Classes page.  Email me at melissa@mysmarthands.com if you'd like to sign up!

Level 1 Class Starting July 12

The Level 1 class due to begin June 7 has been postponed to July 12.  For more information about what in included in Level 1, visit the Classes page.  To register, contact me at melissa@mysmarthands.com!

New Classes Coming SOON!

Many new classes will be starting soon!  From FREE story time classes to several Level 1 courses, we have something for everyone!  Check out our Classes page for more information.  Contact me at melissa@mysmarthands.com if you're interested in signing up for a class!

Learn the ASL ABC's!

When using sign language with your children, the ASL ABC's can be a very useful tool! Many signs are made with the first letter of the word, like the sign for "water". Kids are able to sign the ABC's long before they can write them with pen and paper, and using the manual alphabet will help them gain early reading skills. Check out this link to learn the ASL ABC's!

Sign Language Isn't Just for Babies!

"Did you know there may be a way to improve your child's reading before he even begins to read? In the past decade there's been a lot of talk about Baby Sign. Teaching babies sign language for communication before they can talk started out as a fad and has grown to be a phenomenon. But if your child is already walking and talking, you haven't missed your chance. The benefits of teaching sign language to preschoolers are just as powerful."

ASL: A Versatile Tool for All Ages and Abilities

Sign language is a beautiful language, as well as a handy tool for allowing preverbal children to communicate.  It is also frequently used by Speech Language Pathologists like this one to empower children with special needs!

Minimize Tantrums Using ASL

Teaching ASL to your children, from babies to preschoolers, can minimize tantrums, and what parent doesn't love that?!?  Fellow MSH instructor, Rachel Byerly, recently taught parents and children in her area about how fun and useful ASL can be.  Check out this great article to learn more!  If you're interested in taking a class with your child, contact me at melissa@mysmarthands.com!

New MSH Video Coming Soon!

So exciting! Laura, founder of My Smart Hands, will be putting out a video later this year with her sweet daughter Fireese! Check out this sneak peek!