The Canadian Dictionary of ASL

IT IS NOW AVAILABLE!

Developed by the Canadian Cultural Society of the Deaf, editors Carole Sue Bailey and Kathy Dolby in conjunction with the University of Alberta Press, this comprehensive new dictionary of American Sign Language (ASL) has over 8,700 signs, many unique to Canada. Material for this extensive work has been drawn from many sources and includes input from members of Canada's Deaf community from over the past 20 years.

The Canadian Dictionary of ASL offers clear illustrations and sign descriptions alongside English definitions, making it a valuable reference for Deaf and hearing users alike.

Features of the Dictionary include:

* easy to understand illustrations for every sign;
* specific written instructions for forming the sign;
* definitions, parts of speech, usage notes;
* tips on how to use the signs in visual conversation;
* regional variations of signs.

Separate sections are included on:

* ASL fingerspelling;
* ASL handshapes;
* Numbers;
* Pronouns;
* Time concepts;
* Geographic place names.

Authorative and up-to-date, the Canadian Dictionary of ASL will prove the standard reference, reflecting the unique use of ASL in Canada, for years to come.

Get a copy for your personal library!

As Dave G. Mason, York University says...
"ASL is the most common language used when Deaf people
in most of Canada communicate with one another".

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