Is there a universal sign language?
People new to sign language often ask if there is a universal sign language. Sign Language is like every other language on the planet, in …
What is pointing in BSL Sign Language?
What is pointing in BSL Sign Language? Contrary to popular belief, pointing is not rude. In fact, it’s part of the language and is used …
Fingerspelling alphabet charts
The fingerspelling alphabet is a method for representing letters of the alphabet and numbers on the hands. It is referred to in BSL as the …
BSL Signs for Colours across the UK
What are the BSL signs for colours across the UK? You may be aware that there are regional variations in the signs for colours. You …
How to sign “My name is” in sign language (BSL)
Learning to sign ‘my name is’ in sign language (BSL) is a quick and easy activity that anyone can do. It’s also one of the …
Why is Eye gaze so important in BSL?
Eye gaze in BSL (British Sign Language) is important because it serves a range of functions within the language itself as well as confirming that …
5 BSL videos to support your receptive skills
No need to trawl the internet for receptive skills videos! We found 5 BSL Level 2 receptive skills videos (for your bsl 201 exam) to …
How do I become a sign language interpreter in the UK?
So you want to become a sign language interpreter! We break down the journey to get to the hallowed status of interpreter and give you …
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8 free Sign Language resources list
Looking for free Sign Language resources? Check out our list of recommended websites to help you practise or learn BSL. BSL is incredibly popular right …
Fighting for deaf culture since the 1800s – the history of BSL
Deaf history in the UK is an important part of Deaf culture for native sign language users.