Happy Family Sign Time
A virtual program for parents, grandparents, caregivers, homeschoolers, and educators.
Stop guessing what your child is trying to tell you.
Happy Family Sign Time will help you find the answer!
Live virtual online class basic sign language program · Ages 0–6 years
Teach your child to sign before they can speak
Happy Family Sign Time is a live, virtual program designed to help parents and young children communicate before and during early speech development through fun, engaging sessions that build real connection.
Explore the series:
350+ signs · Ages 0–6 · 40-minute sessions · 100% online & flexible
Before children can speak, they can communicate
Teaching simple signs reduces frustration, supports emotional expression, and strengthens the bond between you and your child. With consistent use, signing supports:
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Language development — Signing builds vocabulary and phonological awareness alongside spoken language.
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Emotional regulation — Give children the words and signs for their feelings before speech matures.
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Social connection — Meaningful communication from the earliest age deepens family bonds.
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Early cognitive growth — Learning a visual language strengthens memory, attention, and pattern recognition.
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Special needs inclusion — Supports children with speech delays, sensory differences, or hearing differences.
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Fewer frustrations — Babies who can sign their needs have fewer meltdowns and more moments of joy.
What your child will learn, stage by stage
Our program meets your child exactly where they are — from early grasping stages through the busy toddler and preschool years.
0–6 months · Building the foundation Parents learn core signs. Babies absorb language through exposure, eye contact, and repetition — the groundwork is laid before you even realize it.
6–18 months · First signs emerge Babies begin signing back — milk, more, all done. Reduce frustration before speech develops and watch the connection deepen.
18 months–3 years · Language explodes Toddlers combine signs with words, building vocabulary, emotional skills, and confidence. Communication becomes a superpower.
3–6 years · Expressive communicators Preschoolers deepen their signing alongside growing speech, storytelling, and social skills — and begin to share what they know with others.
350+ signs for real everyday life
You and your child will learn practical signs inspired by American Sign Language, woven into the rhythms of your daily routine:
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Mealtime and everyday routines
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Feelings and emotions
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Colors, animals, and play
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Clothing — great for independence and potty training
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Family and social interaction
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Deaf culture, history, and community
Each class is interactive, playful, and easy to follow — designed so you can start using signs right away!
No prior experience needed. Just show up and learn alongside your child.
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Live virtual classes — Join from anywhere—no commute needed.
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35-minute sessions — Designed for young attention spans. Short, focused, and packed with learning.
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Small, warm environment — A supportive group setting where every family is welcomed and encouraged.
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Expert-led instruction — Led by a certified early childhood educator with experience working with Deaf and Deaf-Blind individuals.
Find Your Family's Perfect Fit
Every family learns at their own pace — that's why we offer three series with flexible scheduling built around real life.
Classes begin Monday, May 25, 2026 and meet weekly. Two daily class times to choose from:
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Morning — 10:00 a.m. EST
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Evening — 7:00 p.m. EST
Classes are kept intentionally small (no more than 4 participants) so every family gets personal attention. Spots fill fast — grab yours before they're gone!
🔴 Red Series — Beginner | Enrolling Now
New to signing? This is your starting point. Together, you and your child will build a natural signing foundation around the moments that matter most — meals, emotions, family, and everyday routines.
🟣 Purple Series — Coming Soon
🔵 Blue Series — Coming Soon
Affordable Pricing for Every Family
Single 40-minute class: $10
Full 6-week series: $60
Who It's For
No matter your experience or background, you are welcome here.
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Parents and caregivers of children ages 0–6
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Grandparents and extended family
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Early childhood educators
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Homeschool families
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Families of all backgrounds and schedules
Give your child the tools to express themselves!
