The MORE Sign, Say & Play® program, like the original SS&P curriculum it typically follows, is a series of 6 classes designed to provide an easy and entertaining way for parents and babies to learn signs together. While maintaining the traditional SS&P organizational format, the MSS&P classes utilize all new themes, songs, and games to introduce 36 NEW signs. In addition, carefully crafted activities provide parents with important insights into aspects of emotional development during the crucial first three years.

Each week will introduce a new theme that will further your journey in signing. Within that theme you will learn 6 fun NEW signs. The stimulating activities, songs, play, and information introduced will all support your baby’s learning these signs in an interactive environment. During the first session you will receive the MORE SS&P^® Kit to take home with you. The books, songs on the CD, and DVD will help you continue to teach the signs to your baby at home. Weekly handouts will explain the signs and concepts we’ve learned in class.

The MSS&P^® Curriculum is dedicated to:

· Following the child’s lead

· Operating within the child’s “Zone of Proximal Development”

· Providing multi-sensory learning experiences

· Appreciating both language comprehension and production

· Taking advantage of the power of repetition

Week 1: Feelings

Baby Signs^® Topic: Role of signs in emotional development

Baby Hearts^® Topic: Reading other’s emotions as a critical skill

Week 2: Outside

Baby Signs^® Topic: Signs and books: a great partnership

Baby Hearts^® Topic: A parent’s role as a “secure home base”

Week 3: On The Farm

Baby Signs^® Topic: Animal signs as sure fire winners

Baby Hearts^® Topic: The role of music in emotional development

Week 4: Safety

Baby Signs^® Topic: Signs and safety

Baby Hearts^® Topic: Balancing budding autonomy with safety

Week 5: At The Zoo

Baby Signs^® Topic: Signs and self-confidence

Baby Hearts^® Topic: When fascination turns to fear

Week 6: Birthday Party

Baby Signs^® Topic: Transition to speech

Baby Hearts^® Topic: Role of pretend play in emotional development