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Makaton signing (6 - 12 months)
Did you know that Mr Tumble uses Makaton? Why not come and learn to sign like Mr Tumble at our new Makaton Signing for Babies sessions.
It’s a great way to learn Makaton with your little ones, developing their early language skills through songs, games and activities – its great fun and educational too! Gymboree Play & Music is delighted to be the first commercial partner that The Makaton Charity have partnered with to deliver their Makaton Signing for Babies (MSB)Programme.
Some Gymboree Play & Music locations now offer Makaton Signing for Babies. These courses will be delivered by trained Makaton Instructors who are also Gymboree Play & Music teachers.
Makaton Signing for Babies is for parents, family members or carers who would like to sign with babies and children in their care and have no previous experience of Makaton. These sessions are designed for you and your child to have fun and learn together.
What to expect:
Makaton Signing for Babies training is a series of sessions designed to encourage the development of communication and language skills in babies and toddlers. All the sessions are fun and interactive for you and your child. You will learn approximately 100 signs and symbols using songs, games and activities.
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