Introduction to the first 50 words in Makaton
Makaton is a language programme that uses signs, symbols and speech; giving a person different options when communicating.
With Makaton, children and adults can communicate straight away using the signs and symbols. Many people then stop using the signs or symbols naturally at their own pace, as they develop speech.
Makaton is a visual way to develop communication skills, which helps stimulate sounds and words. The visual way of communicating helps language development, such as putting words together.
Makaton helps understanding by giving an extra visual cue to communication.