I would like to have an option of an English voiceover reading the text. One of my favorite features is that students can access the glossary from the text by tapping on an unfamiliar word. Students can read the text independently, watch the story signed, or explore the included English-ASL translation video glossary.

The artwork behind the storyteller are beautiful and support comprehension of the narrative without being visually distracting. The video is sharp and plays well on my iPad 3. The ASL is great (no Signed English here!). I work with Deaf and hard of hearing students, and there are precious few books in English and American Sign Language. However, I'm happy I spent the money on this one. The ability to view the story in both, ASL and English leads to greater literacy skills in both languages in young children.Īll the revenues go towards research and further development of more storybook apps.Īs an educator who has to buy my own apps, $6.99 is usually out of my budget for a book.

App design is based on proven research in bilingualism and visual learning.

170-word American Sign Language glossary! Parents can learn ASL along with their child.

Audio voice-over provided for all vocabulary words.

Rich interactive narrative with direct English to ASL vocabulary video translation.

Easy & accessible navigation designed for children.

Vivid Retina supported watercolor illustrations.

Original and charming story told in ASL and English!.

Complete with enthralling illustrations and talented American Sign Language (ASL) storytelling, this bilingual interactive storybook app features a rich American Sign Language glossary with 170 English to ASL words. The Baobab is an original story about a curious little girl who embarks on an adventure. The Baobab is the world's first bilingual ASL and English interactive storybook app that supports literacy development.

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