Come Sign with Us

Jan C. Hafer

Cover of Come Sign with Us

Come Sign with Us

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Sign Language Activities for Children

by Jan C. Hafer

Illustrated by Paul M. Setzer

Reading Level 5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Feel the quiet rhythm of hands moving in the air, each gesture telling a story without a single word spoken. Imagine learning to speak with your hands, sharing secrets and fun through American Sign Language. This is just the beginning of a whole new way to connect and understand the world around you.

Themes

Social Situations - Special NeedsGames & Activities - Word GamesLanguage Arts - GeneralMulticultural

Quick Assessment

Come Sign With Us is an engaging, fully illustrated guide designed to teach children ages 9-12 American Sign Language through more than 300 detailed drawings and 20 interactive lessons. It covers practical vocabulary with English and Spanish equivalents, cultural insights about the Deaf community, and encourages inclusive communication. The book is suitable for middle-grade readers interested in language learning and social awareness, with no content concerns.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613831512
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
January 2002
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Social SituationsSpecial NeedsSocial IssuesGames & ActivitiesWord GamesLanguage Arts