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Please note that this item is no longer available in Australia. For information on Makaton Resources available in New Zealand visit www.makaton.org.nz

The following Makaton Australia resources will no longer be available in Australia after 31st December 2010.

• Makaton Vocabulary – Auslan Edition (The Blue Book)
• Makaton Vocabulary – Auslan Edition CD-ROM (The Blue CD-ROM)
• Key Signs: A Supplement to Makaton Vocabulary – Auslan Edition (The Green Book)

However, new Key Word Sign Australia resources are currently being developed and will be available in early 2011, with the following Key Word Sign resources available now.

• Key Word Sign Footy Book (Australian Football)
• Key Signs: A Supplementary Vocabulary – Auslan Edition CD-ROM

If you would like more information or wish to contact a Keyword Sign State Coordinator, details are available on the Key Word Sign Australia website.

What is Makaton?

Makaton is often known as key word sign and gesture. It is system of communication based on a combination of spoken words, sign language vocabulary (originally adapted from British Sign Language), and graphic symbols.

The idea is to use key word signing to support the communication development of children or adults who are unable to speak, or whose speech is difficult to understand.

Makaton Vocabulary – Auslan Edition

This book introduces the Makaton core vocabulary of over 350 words using Auslan signs. It presents easy to read descriptions and illustrations of many manual signs used in everyday communication.

The vocabulary is graded into 9 stages, which are considered to be most appropriate for the needs of children and adults with communication and language difficulties. For each word, there is a clear line drawing and a brief description how to make the sign.

Individual signs are arranged in suggested stages and written descriptions accompany each sign. An alphabetical index facilitates quick reference.

The book includes regional variations.

70 pages, doubled-sided A4.

Related Products

• Makaton Vocabulary – Auslan Edition CD-ROM
• Key Signs: A Supplement to Makaton Vocabulary Auslan Edition