This ability helps to reduce frustration in both children and parents, thus, reducing tantrums and behavioral outbursts. The opposite is actually true. Okay, just one cookie because you need to save room for dinner. You are able to have a complete conversation with your child, which is extremely rewarding for both the parent and child. Actually, in some cases, the use of sign language may even accelerate speech development.
Signing accelerates a child's understanding of the concepts of language.
Signs allow them to use language at an earlier age, so they come to realize that symbols can represent specific thoughts and that using these symbols can help them get what they want, interact meaningfully with others, and express what's on their mind. Signs allow children to actively explore these concepts by getting feedback from adults. In addition, sign language is extremely useful for older children who are interested in improving vocabulary skills and grammar. Learning English is made easier through the use of sign language as a visual aid. Research indicates that learning a second language, including sign language, actually increases IQ scores.