Welcome to Sign Language 101.
Whether you are a beginner, or a more experienced signer, there is something here for you. Find resources on learning sign language or options for practicing your sign language.
Basics of Sign Language
History of Sign Language
Popularity of Sign Language
Users of Sign Language
- Deaf (Total Communication)
- Bilingual-Bicultural Education
- Hearing babies
- Nonverbal users
- Primates (gorillas)
Learning Sign Language
- Sign Language Dictionaries
- Finding Sign Language Classes
- Specialized sign language
- Become a Sign Language Teacher
- Books on Sign Language
In addition to the books listed on the Sign Language Books page, here are more books:
- The American Sign Language Phrase Book (compare prices)


