Start learning American Sign Language (ASL) with this guide to the most essential everyday ASL phrases and words.

If you are a parent looking for an accessible guide to ASL basics for your hearing child, then look no further than Pocket Genius American Sign Language.

Perfect for our young readers aged 8-12, this guide combines clear, step-by-step illustrations with simple, to-the-point instructions for signing words, phrases and sentences in ASL.

This compact ASL guide for children offers:

• A pocket-sized but detailed guide, fitting all the important information into one small package.


• Easy-to-follow chapters and information suitable for children aged 8+ supported by simple illustrations, instructions and top tips to learn ASL.


• Clear step-by-step illustrations make it easy to practice and master each sign.

This Pocket Genius series is perfect for all hearing children, whether they are young readers just beginning to explore ASL or little geniuses who are experts already!

The illustrations also capture the nuances of each sign – from hand movements to body language and facial expressions – to help your child master the language basics quickly and easily. The pocket size of this book lets them carry it wherever they are – at home, in school, or on the playground.