meridian Posted June 10, 2013 Posted June 10, 2013 We are introducing Makaton into our pre-school and wondered if anyone has the signs saved on their computer, just for the everyday ones needed for the routine?
Guest Posted June 10, 2013 Posted June 10, 2013 (edited) If you have done the training do you not have the manual with the signs which you can then photocopy or scan? Edited June 10, 2013 by max321
Thumper Posted June 10, 2013 Posted June 10, 2013 (edited) What signs are you needing? Although Max321 is correct if you do the training you normally get a book Edited June 10, 2013 by Chellandrews
Rufus Posted June 10, 2013 Posted June 10, 2013 I don't think you are supposed to share makaton signs in this way due to copyright. I could be wrong! 1
DebbieW Posted June 11, 2013 Posted June 11, 2013 I think Rufus you are right.....it is a breach of copyright. However, if you are supporting a child by introducing Makaton.....do the parents have the books. We were able to borrow nursery rhyme books from a parent. I was trained to level 4 to support the child and then used the Makaton resources from the course......training the rest of the team in the basic signs. Once learned though you have to keep using it......or you lose it!
Stargrower Posted June 11, 2013 Posted June 11, 2013 If you look at Mr Tumble online, you will find lots of really nice printable signs (it's fine to print these). They come in a square divided into four with sign, symbol, photo and word. We've got lots. The Makaton signs are copyrighted and the ones you get in the manuals are tiny!
Guest Posted June 11, 2013 Posted June 11, 2013 As has been said previously, Something Special has some great resources you can download and there are clips of Justin using individual signs which is a great help when you're learning them. I would recommend learning 4 basic signs and when all staff are using these consistently with all children throughout the session (remembering to say the word as they sign) then gradually introduce more. You'll find the children pick up the signs quicker than you do! http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/something-special/watch
finleysmaid Posted June 11, 2013 Posted June 11, 2013 If you look at Mr Tumble online, you will find lots of really nice printable signs (it's fine to print these). They come in a square divided into four with sign, symbol, photo and word. We've got lots. The Makaton signs are copyrighted and the ones you get in the manuals are tiny! we've made a book of these that is available in the book corner all the time...good reminder for all!! The first signd we learnt and used were water/milk/toilet and sit. Twinkle twinkle is good to learn to sign and 5 little speckled frogs....the sign for toilet is incredibly useful when you are in a crowded room and want to tell someone you're going for a wee!! 2
lashes2508 Posted June 12, 2013 Posted June 12, 2013 our area senco came in and gave signing through the day training - I learnt makaton some 20 years ago and never forgot it - possibly because we were told the meanings and I did use it alot . It is important to sign only those signs that are relevant to the setting and child . We have also always signed our grace before snack and lunch and they follow this on at school too . There are some signs that you can download from the Makaton website but many have to be purchased - have you asked your senco or SLT ??
finleysmaid Posted June 12, 2013 Posted June 12, 2013 (edited) There are lots on google images too.....BTW does anyone know what the sign for bubbles is (im assuming its blowing bubbles through a wand kind of action but not sure!!!!) Edited June 12, 2013 by finleysmaid
Guest Posted June 12, 2013 Posted June 12, 2013 (edited) I bought a pack of laminated cards to use when we had a child using makaton. They are slightly bigger than a playing card and we still use them. Edit-I've found them on-line and they are British sign language but maybe worth having a look on this site http://www.bookdepository.co.uk/Lets-Sign-BSL-Flashcards-Cath-Smith/9780954238452 Edited June 12, 2013 by Guest
Guest Posted June 12, 2013 Posted June 12, 2013 I use Signalong with my children; sadly the Signalong Group has ceased trading (May 2013); however Signalong, I'm sure, will live on! Like Makaton (the signs are very similar and many are the same), it is based on BSL and there were several downloadable signs on the 'Hello.org.uk' website. I have attached some which may be useful (I have more if anyone is interested - there is a Goldilocks story on the 'Communication 4 All' website) - all are downloadable. Hope it's of use! x Signalong download - 2011 Year of communication.pdf Signalong - Summer - July 2012.pdf Signalong - Morning.pdf
Guest Posted September 28, 2013 Posted September 28, 2013 If you go onto the makaton website, its www.makaton.org you can download free resources, they are really handy. and show you how to do the signs. Also they put on certain ones for different times of the year, like they have recently put on harvest ones for harvest festival. Last year they put on some for Halloween, Definitely worth a look. I have a folder full of signs :)
Fredbear Posted September 28, 2013 Posted September 28, 2013 Thank you for sharing Devonmaid and jigsaw.
finleysmaid Posted September 28, 2013 Posted September 28, 2013 we always use a bit of makaton (and have done for some years now) but this year we have two children who are using it all the time so i am trying to practise ....Mr Tumble is my new hero! BTW does anyone know the sign for hippo.......i think its clenched hands being used for jaws...does anyone know if i should have my fingers and thumbs like 'teeth' for this though (a bit like the airoplane sign but mirrored on each hand) ok have just re-read this and i have confused myself!! :blink: :blink: if you can make sense of my explanation award yourself a gold star!
Fredbear Posted September 28, 2013 Posted September 28, 2013 Mr Tumbles fab isn't he, yes we sign , but not sure of the hippo one, but I know someone that probably will. Will post if I find out.
Fredbear Posted September 28, 2013 Posted September 28, 2013 Okay three middle fingers clenched with two thumbs and both little fingers touching. Oh crumbs not sure that makes sense at all, check out you tube hippo sign.)
finleysmaid Posted September 28, 2013 Posted September 28, 2013 Okay three middle fingers clenched with two thumbs and both little fingers touching. Oh crumbs not sure that makes sense at all, check out you tube hippo sign.) yes i think thats what i was trying to explain (badly!!!) Thank you very much ....had a little boy looking very confused on friday!
Guest Posted October 19, 2013 Posted October 19, 2013 Just to let you all know the makaton website in free resources the signs for halloween and bonfire night have been added. :)
sharonw1975 Posted October 28, 2013 Posted October 28, 2013 I use Signalong with my children; sadly the Signalong Group has ceased trading (May 2013); however Signalong, I'm sure, will live on! Like Makaton (the signs are very similar and many are the same), it is based on BSL and there were several downloadable signs on the 'Hello.org.uk' website. I have attached some which may be useful (I have more if anyone is interested - there is a Goldilocks story on the 'Communication 4 All' website) - all are downloadable. Hope it's of use! x Hello there would you be able to give me some more of those Signalong attachmenst if possible, they are just what I am looking for Regards Sharon Lucas
skippy Posted February 26, 2014 Posted February 26, 2014 Hi I just wondered if anyone can do a link to mr tumbles printables please?
SueJ Posted February 27, 2014 Posted February 27, 2014 Is this what you wanted? http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/something-special/makes/something-special-printsigns/
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