Dylan Whiteley who attends the Whalley class with his Grandma, is signing 'finished' which he uses at meal times to let people know he has had enough. He is 12months old and has started signing - finished, all gone, more, dirty and hot! His mummy and daddy are really pleased and he is now saying some words with the signs. Well done to Dylan

Hi Dexter My name is Harry. I've been coming to signing classes since September in Rawtenstall. I didn't sign a lot at first but now I can sign lots of words. This is me signing 'all gone' whilst on holiday, camping!

Hello Dexter My name is Jack and I am 15 months old. Here is a picture of me signing all gone and hoping to get some more. I love going to the classes at Bacup with my grandma, we have great fun. Jack Bloomer (sent on his behalf by his mum, Catherine!)

Here is Lucas and Big Dexter saying Bye Bye to class teacher Jayne Brierley. Jayne has moved on to pastures new and Helen Webster will be taking over Nelson classes at Giddy Kippers.

...and guess what Amelies favourite present off Father Christmas was.....

Here is BIG Dexter with Amelie and Mum & Dad at our Nelson class Christmas party. A good do was had by all and Big Dexter managed not to scare too many parents!

Here is Helen, franchisee for Ribble Valley and Hyndburn enjoying some festive fun with everyone from her class and BIG Dexter.

Hello Dexter, my name is Eleanor, I'm 10 months old and my signing has come on a treat since I joined Jos class! I was in the garden and Mum took a picture to send to Dad of me saying Hello - hope you like it as much as he will! I also sign for my milk and meals and love play and sleep too! Lots of love Eleanor xx

Hello Dexter! Zak is 18 months old and has been practising a sign he learnt at the class this week - friend. He loves to play with his friends at nursery. Karen Woolley (Zaks mum) Bury Class

Wowee Bacup Nursery is the first Lancashire County Council Nursery to receive TalkFirst Training for Childcare Professionals. Besides staff training, TalkFirst tutor Susan Broxton also did sessions with Mums and children. All a great success and a good time had by all!