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Lámh-a-Song launch
09 NOV 2009
Lámh-a-Song, the DVD and book of 15 nursery rhymes using Lámh signs, has been officially launched.
Lámh has linked with Down Syndrome Ireland to produce a new nursery rhyme DVD. The Lámh-a-Song DVD gives young users the chance to see Lámh signs on the TV screen for the first time, with each of the 15 popular songs on the DVD presented through vivid animation and a rich soundtrack that appeals to younger viewers. The DVD costs €15 plus €1.50 p & p and is available to order from the Lámh Development Office, 059 9139657 or info@lamh.org.
The launch was attended by representatives from Down Syndrome Ireland, Lámh and the Open Training College. The launch was hosted by Bank of Scotland (Ireland) who part-sponsored the project.
Gemma Clerkin, Lámh Board member, notes that ‘the Lámh-a Song DVD will be of most benefit when used as a shared activity with the child. It is also a great reference source for the child’s communication partner to use the songs and signs in face-to-face interactions’.
Speaking at the launch, Deputy Finian McGrath T.D (Ind) who is a parent of a daughter with Down syndrome and a former Chairperson of the Dublin branch of Down Syndrome Ireland, warmly welcomed the launch of the DVD. "It’s great for children, adults and families, and a major communication support", said the Dublin North Central TD.
Gráinne Murphy of the Down Syndrome Ireland National Resource Team, said that: "The Lámh-a-Song DVD is highly recommendable and an invaluable resource for both families and professionals. The use of signs in promoting and maintaining communication development in individuals with Down syndrome is firmly grounded in research".
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