Parents' Guide to

Baby Einstein: My First Signs

By Teresa Talerico, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 2+

Parents and baby finally speak the same language.

Movie NR 2007 27 minutes
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Based on 2 parent reviews

nicolej 1
nicolej 1 Parent
February 9, 2015
age 2+

good for some kids

I think its good for kids under 9 my kids are an infant age 4 and one that is 14 and 2 that are 18 but my 14 and 2 18 year olds did not like it when they became 9
kbierma
kbierma Parent of 1 and 3-year-old
January 26, 2011
age 2+

useful, educational video

There are a whole lot of signs so it's a little overwhelming, but appealing to kids with both adult and children modeling signs, pictures, cartoons and video clips representing each word. Fast paced yet includes review.

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What's the Story?

Studies have shown that learning sign language allows babies to communicate even before they can talk. Designed for ages 6 months and older, BABY EINSTEIN: MY FIRST SIGNS features actress Marlee Matlin and the Baby Einstein puppets. Divided into segments (family, mealtime, play, and bedtime), the program teaches children and their families 20 signs (a combination of American Sign Language and Conceptually Accurate Signed English,) including those for "mommy," "daddy," "eat," "drink," "ball," "friend," "sleep," and "bath." Repetition helps reinforce learning; Matlin introduces each sign, which is then depicted frequently in a mix of live-action scenes, paintings, cartoons, and still photographs. Toddlers, older children, and adults are all shown using the various signs, and there are also some funny learning skits with Matlin and the puppets.

Is It Any Good?

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Parents say: (2):
Kids say: Not yet rated

BABY EINSTEIN: MY FIRST SIGNS is a delightful introduction to teaching sign language to children over 6 months of age. The DVD incorporates the music of Beethoven, Handel, and Schubert throughout, uses Bonus features include puppet shows and Matlin teaching viewers additional signs, such as "boy," "girl," "good," and "bad."

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about other signs they can create to communicate with one another. Are there any signs that the baby in the family already uses to express herself?

  • What other ways can parents and young children communicate?

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