Barron's 500 Flash Cards of American Sign Language

Full color photos on these flash cards present close-ups of a model demonstrating 500 American Sign Language (ASL) signs. The definitions, brief descriptions of hand and arm motions, plus related words are listed on the reverse of each card. Correct formations of handshapes and facial expressions are clearly shown to eliminate confusion regarding intended word meanings. Where appropriate, photos include directional arrows showing hand or arm movements.

Each flash card has a hole in one corner to accommodate a metal ring (included with the boxed set). Users can select and fit any combination of cards they wish to combine relevant words and create statements, or to review signs that they have difficulty identifying. This is an ideal method for recognizing and memorizing ASL vocabulary-a fine learning resource for anyone working with deaf people. [Geoffrey S. Poor, Professor, National Technical Institute for the Deaf; (2009) 500 4 1/5 x 3 1/6" flash cards; boxed]