Baby Signs Pop-Up Book Review & Giveaway! (Grand Prize: $50 Babies R Us Gift Card PLUS Book & 4 Book Winners!)

Wednesday, July 01, 2009 Posted by Jolly Mom

One of the main reasons that babies and toddlers have temper tantrums is because they become frustrated when they cannot communicate with us. They lack the verbal skills to tell us what they want or need so naturally, they have a fit when it happens! We're kind of going through that now with Lucas--fun times, huh? Many parents turn to teaching their kids sign language to avoid this very thing. I have always thought about teaching Lucas sign language, but it seemed too overwhelming. However, I was recently sent a new book called Baby Signs to review that makes learning sign language so easy and fun for both parents and babies. If you've thought about teaching your baby or toddler sign language, then you have to check out Baby Signs too!



About the Book:
From early morning wake–up to eating, to playtime and bedtime, Baby Signs will teach baby and parent their first fifteen signs to communicate with each other. Baby Signs is based on American Sign Language and will help encourage the use of non-verbal gestures to communicate. Research has proven that babies who are taught to use signs to express their basic ideas before they can say words are happier because they can communicate with others. It even includes a mini–poster! Baby Signs is actually a pop up book, but it is unlike any pop up book that I have ever seen! It is so beautifully and intricately illustrated.

Here's a Sneak Peek!



Through pull tabs and pop-ups, both you and your baby learn exactly how to perform the various signs provided in the book. I really love this book because it provides such a great way for both parents and kids to learn together. It's a great way to interact with your kids EVEN if you don't have any interest in teaching them sign language. However, for those that do--this book gives you all of the tools you need to learn basic signs that will help babies communicate with adults. A happy baby equals a happy mom!



Want It: Baby Signs is valued at $25.99, but it can be purchased from Amazon.com for $13.59 plus FREE shipping!

This contest is over. Congratulations to the grand prize winner--Blakesmom and the four runner ups: jessilyn82, Marianna, Marin, and Aisling.


One (1) Grand Prize winner:
  • Copy of Baby Signs Pop-Up Book
  • $50 Babies ‘R Us Gift Card

Four (4) First Prize winners
  • Copy of Baby Signs Pop-Up Book




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  1. Tj and Amy said...

    I think the colors and the animals will really catch my daughters eye and hopefully she will start talking. amsbolda@hotmail.com

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  6. Lori said...

    I love how simple the signs are on the page. There's only a couple so you don't get confused (our baby signs book has like, twelve I think) and the illustrations are whimsical and charming. Very nice!
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  7. Holly said...

    Yay, I'm the first to comment! I always wanted to teach my children sign language. It does get difficult for you to understand them, and I have seen with my own eyes how it can frustrate them. This would be such a great book, thanks!

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  8. AmandaSue said...

    This book apeals to me because the pictures are lovely and it looks simple which I think would be great to be able to start with. Thanks for the chance.
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  9. AmandaSue said...

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  10. Marin said...

    I love that the babies are actually doing the signs in the pop ups. Makes it easier to see how the sign should be done.

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  15. ashleimatthews said...

    I have started teaching my baby sign language from about 4 months old. He is definitely starting to use it more, especially at the table! He also loves pop-up books, so how perfect is this! If I don't win, I am still going to get it for his first birthday!
    Thanks for the chance!!

  16. Connie said...

    I love pop up books. This would be an easy and fun way to learn a few sign language words.

  17. cdziuba said...

    I like the pop-up aspects of the book, it makes it fun to read.

  18. Macey Kay said...

    How cute-my kids would love this book and it's #-D effects, thanks! macjamin (at) gmail

  19. Cortney said...

    I love the cheery pictures in the book. That helps keep the child interested.

  20. cdziuba said...

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  25. Nia said...

    My brother is expecting his first child and my first niece. I'm very excited for her to come. I would love to be able to effectively communicate with her at an early age.

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  27. Stephanie said...

    I love that it is a pop-up book!

  28. wigget said...

    i like that the book is a pop up - i love pop ups

  29. wigget said...

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  30. karen said...

    what appeals to me is learning the signs so that i can teach my 4 month old son them!
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  31. Sara said...

    I love the idea of actually communicating with my baby!

  32. Sara said...

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  34. Jamie said...

    I would like a new way to communicate with the little guy, rather than just grunting and pointing...oh, yeah, and he grunts and points as well!

  35. EllyBean said...

    What appeals to me is the fact that this doesn't look to complex and that i can easily work with my daughter with this wonderful resource.

  36. EllyBean said...

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  38. Misusedinnocence said...

    I love the idea of being able to communicate before verbal skills are developed. :)

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  40. peg42 said...

    What a wonderful book. I love that it helps your child to be able to communicate better and to help them to learn to verbally communicate.
    What a great idea.
    Thanks so much.

  41. peg42 said...

    I'm a subscriber.
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  42. Shanda said...

    I like that we can learn signs together because I don't know any.
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  43. Shanda said...

    I am following. Thanks
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  44. Kristie said...

    I love that the book has pull tabs and pop-ups. The little ones will LOVE that and it will make them want to read it more and learn more sign language!

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  45. Kristie said...

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  47. jdaniel4smom said...

    I love that it is interactive.

  48. Heidi said...

    I like that the book would help us both learn sign language. I would love to communicate more easily with my son.

  49. Anonymous said...

    I have a 10 month old & have been wanting to learn more than just the 4 basic signs I know. The pop ups/pull tabs seem like it would really help learn the signs. Thanks.

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  50. Erin said...

    I love the illustrations!

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  51. Sarah in MO said...

    My neice and nephew love pop up books and this would be great for them.

    Thanks for a great giveaway!
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  52. linda a said...

    It appeals to me mostly because its a pop up book. That will keep childrens attention. I also like the bright colors. thank you
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  53. Bunco Belle said...

    I love Baby Sign books. I used them with my son and am beginning to use them with my daughter. This one is great because it is a pop up one.

  54. Richelle said...

    I taught my first some baby signs. I would love this to help teach my second!

  55. Mamushi Love said...

    It being a pop-up book of course will gain the attention of the viewer easily. Plus, some of the moves are demonstrated in simple movements so babies can register it with ease.

  56. MOMFOREVERANDEVER said...

    the popup will hold babys attention

  57. Erica C. said...

    it's a popup book, which is great, and it's a great way to start communication early

  58. susan said...

    I love the pop-ups ~ I think that will really catch my little one's attention!

  59. susan said...

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  60. susan said...

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  61. mverno said...

    they spike the imagination they are so real. mverno@roadrunner.com

  62. Aunt Becky said...

    What appeals to me about the book is that it might help my daughter--who was born with significant birth defects--learn to communicate with us. Thank you.

  63. Lisa said...

    I like that the book is made for kids too, not just an adult book.

  64. deedleweedle said...

    I like that its educational and good for the developing brain.

  65. Anonymous said...

    The children and animals in the illustrations remind me of my fav book the pokey little puppy.....that really took me back & I know my lil grandson woul be delighted ..... birdson@roadrunner.com

  66. Teresha and Damon said...

    I would love to do sign language with my little girl. I think it's a way to strengthen our bond and give her a communication tool that will be a lifelong skill.

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  70. clenna said...

    I love this book because we do a few signs with our two little grand kids (one is 10 months and the other is 16 months). This book would be good to read and practice with the little ones.

  71. clenna said...

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  72. Carrie said...

    i love the popup idea- I think it would get my daughter's attention and help her learn faster

  73. Carrie said...

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  75. RavenousReader said...

    I would love to use sign language with my little one. He's just getting to the age where this would be very helpful. He knows what he wants, but I can't understand what he's telling me!

  76. Lauren S. said...

    I love that its a pop up book - I think that might make it even easier to learn the signs (at least for me!).
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  77. Lauren S. said...

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  78. Thao said...

    I like that the book is interactive and pop up. I have a few flat baby signing books and this one looks a lot more engaging.


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  82. Moni said...

    My little one has just started signing and she would love this book!
    Thanks!
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  83. jenv said...

    I love the illustrations and the fact it is a pop-up book. My son would love it!

  84. Nancy said...

    I started signing with Jayden lately and he is starting to get it. Plus he loves books, so this would be great for us.

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  87. One Frugal Girl said...

    I think every kid loves a pop-up book and this one looks unbelievably special. It would also make a great shower gift. A lot of people ask for a book, rather than a card, and this book would be an adorable choice. Thanks for the opportunity to win!

  88. One Frugal Girl said...

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  90. Madeline said...

    I have a couple of small baby sign books that my son loves. I would like to expand our signing vocabulary, and this looks like a great way to do it.

  91. Madeline said...

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  92. mscoffee77 said...

    Our 3 year old has Autism & has learned sign language to communicate his needs. Our 15 month old is typically developing & I still feel sign language is great for him too. He has learned the sign for "more" & I bet will pick up other signs as well. I would love to win this book for the both of them.

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  93. blabla3269 said...

    I love how simple it is and the babies showing how to do it makes it even better

  94. Miss Jenn said...

    OH. MY. What's not to love? The things that appeal to me most are the colors and the design...the pop-ups are amazing and an excellent idea. I just began this week working on simple signs with my 6 month old! What a cool product!

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  97. alissa4illustration said...

    What appeals to me? The pop-up aspect. I love pop-up books!

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  100. momof3dolls said...

    I do a little signing to all my kids but we don't have any pop-up books. This would be great to have!

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  107. geekbearinggifts said...

    Interactive books hold everyone's attention, young or old(er) and signing is very helpful with pre-verbal children. I only know a few signs (milk, more, thank you...) so I would love to learn more. Thanks for the offer!

  108. MAC Mom said...

    I love that it is Pop Up and my son loves looking at other baby's in the pictures.

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  112. Alice H said...

    I love how simple it makes the signs look (with it being a pop up book) - the intimidation of learning the signs myself is whats holding me back right now. I think this would help a lot - thanks! alicedemskehansen at gmail.com

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  115. Dev said...

    I love the darling pictures and how kid friendly they are!

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  116. Sylvia said...

    I like how simple the signs are
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  118. LeBizyB said...

    What appeals to me about this book is that it is a pop up and that it is full of useful information on teaching your child signs so that there's better communication.

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  121. Anonymous said...

    I like that it is a pop-up book.

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  122. Felicity said...

    I liked the mini poster.

  123. Amanda said...

    I lik eit because the kids are used to "regular" pics so these will really grab their attention!

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  126. Laura said...

    I love that this is an interactive pop-up book, as that will definitely help keep my son's attention.

  127. Vmichelle said...

    I love that it is a pop up book.

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  130. Brandy and Brian said...

    i have a baby due in december, and i would love reinforcement (like this book) to teach my little one sign language

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  134. Moms New Journey said...

    I like how it is simple and to the point. Its not filled with lots of unecessary information. My babies loves pop-up books.
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  136. Dolphin Girl said...

    I love that it pops up. My kids love pop up books!

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  137. Beth said...

    I have some baby sign language books for me, but I like that this is a pop-up book designed to appeal to kids.

  138. Anonymous said...

    The pics look big and easy to teach.

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  139. denyse said...

    I love how there's pop ups and it's easy to read!

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  140. Rebekah said...

    I love that it will help my language delayed toddler communicate with me.

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  142. Jennireesa said...

    I would love to be able to communicate with my daughter even before she's able to talk.

  143. Jennireesa said...

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  144. jbafaith said...

    I think it would be a great fun way to help me and baby learn more about signing!

  145. jbafaith said...

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  146. Blakesmom said...

    My son loves pop up books and loves to ready everyday so this book looks great! Thanks for the chance.

  147. Blakesmom said...

    I subscribe :)

  148. Blakesmom said...

    I follow. Thanks!

  149. oceanrena said...

    i like the popups

  150. Alexia said...

    The pull tabs appeal to me the most - it's like having a video of the sign!

  151. Alexia said...

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  152. News Around The Blogs said...

    The pop up defiantly catch my eye so it'll be easy for my little one to focus on.

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  155. kdkdkd said...

    What is appealing is the 3 dimensional aspect of the book, my boys would be transfixed ny it. But it is also fragile so would be for laptime reading and learning only. Kids are so ready to communicate before they can be verbal - this would be great

  156. chrissy said...

    It's a wonderful educational toy to grow with baby and the colors are great!

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  157. chrissy said...

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  159. Courtney said...

    The overall concept of this book appeals to me. I never thought to teach my daughter signs to help communicate her needs before she could speak. I'd love to try this with my son and use the book!

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  163. Jessilyn82 said...

    I love that it's colorful and has beautiful pictures, it looks like something my daughter would love!

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  168. Dawn said...

    I like the book because it would help me to be able to communicate better with my baby.

  169. klokid said...

    This book is not only educational but its cute too. The way the babies pop out will sure keep my son interested. I believe it will also peak my 6 yr olds interest and before I know it the 2 kids will have learned a special language.

  170. Katrina said...

    I think this book looks fun, and also educational! I would love to win it!

  171. katie said...

    I love the idea of teaching this to infants, Just thinking now of my two year old who still isn't talking, if I would have had a book like this he would probably be understood more!

  172. mommyjen99 said...

    I love how the baby pops out of the book. Plus its a good beginner book for my daughter.
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  176. kait said...

    I would love for my chlid to have a great skill like sigh language and the pop outs sound fun!

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  177. Slee said...

    I love the way the book is put together- delightful to look at, but not frustratingly cumbersome as far as visual overload. I also love the idea of signing with baby. I did it a little with my first, and she really is gungho to intro sign with snapdragon.

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  180. Pat said...

    I like that the pop-ups and pull tabs
    show you exactly how to perform the signs.
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  181. mogrill said...

    The Pop Ups and Pull tabs are a neat feature!! Thanks for the chance. mogrill@comcast.net

  182. Andrea said...

    I love that it's a pop up book. It should really get baby's attention.

  183. Andrea said...

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  184. Ellen C. said...

    I like that there isn't a whole bunch to read so my son would be able to read it on his own easily. I like the images are so clean and simple. Thanks for the chance.

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  185. Trisha said...

    I think that the pop ups are a great part of the book! This would be a great book to look at with my little ones!

  186. "Vegas" Love - An elemental force like electricity... said...

    I love the pop-ups! They add the needed action to the signs! Very cool!

  187. Bridget said...

    Pop-up books are so engaging for children, I love the idea of my children learning ASL

  188. alexis said...

    My sis is having her first baby and this would be great for her. I love the pop ups!

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  189. janetfaye said...

    I like that it is a pop- up book.

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  193. Kelly said...

    I know my son will love the cut pop up pictures and cheerful colors. kmveducator@aol.com

  194. sweetsue said...

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  196. Meghan said...

    I think any little one would love the pop-ups! With my first child I really regretted not trying sign language... he was a late talker and I often felt frustrated wondering what he was trying to communicate. With this next one I would love to be able to use this book!

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  198. Staci said...

    I love that it's interactive. It's a great way to get little one's excited about learning to sign.
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