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When your family is curious about sign language or you want to show your child that communication comes in many beautiful forms, this book is a perfect starting point. Written by deaf actress and advocate Rose Ayling-Ellis, the story follows a joyful young girl, also named Rose, as she moves through her morning routine. Each page introduces a new, simple sign in British Sign Language (BSL) for words like “love,” “family,” and “good morning.” It’s a warm, gentle book that normalizes deafness and celebrates sign language as a vibrant way to connect. For ages 2-5, it’s a wonderful tool for building empathy, curiosity, and the understanding that being different is something to be celebrated.