Nancy Hanauer is Seattle’s baby sign language expert and has given hundreds of presentations to thousands of parents and educators since Fall 2000. Please contact us for details and availability for your PEPS group, educational conference, parenting group or other interested organization.

Upcoming Speaking Engagements

Nancy will be presenting an Introduction to American Sign Language for Hearing Babies and Parents to Starbucks employees through their Learn at Lunch Series on Thursday, February 2nd at Starbucks Headquarters. Contact us if you’re a Starbucks employee and would like additional information or if your company would like to book Nancy for a presentation for your employees.

Nancy will be speaking at Ballard’s New Mom and Baby Support Group on Wednesday, February 8th. This presentation will include a brief introduction to sign language for hearing babies and information about Hop to Signaroo classes at Swedish Medical Centers.

Nancy will be speaking at Evergreen Hospital’s New Parent and Baby Support Groups on Tuesday, February 21st; Wednesday, February 22nd; and Thursday, February 23rd. These presentation will include a brief introduction to sign language for hearing babies and information about Hop to Signaroo classes at Evergreen Hospital.

Nancy will be presenting an Introduction to American Sign Language for Hearing Babies and Parents at Mercer Island Library on Monday, April 16th from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Join us for this FREE, introductory mini lesson and learn the benefits of signing with babies to aid early communication and greatly reduce frustration! Babies are welcome or option at this presentation.

Nancy will be presenting two American Sign Language workshops for childcare providers and parents through King County Library System’s STARS program in late winter and early spring. Stay tuned for details!

PEPS and other parenting groups throughout Seattle and the Eastside – Ongoing

Previous Speaking Engagements

Several hundred PEPS groups throughout Seattle and the Eastside King County Regional Libraries Sno-Isle Regional Libraries Washington Association for the Education of Young Children Washington Infant and Early Childhood Conference EPIC’s Sharing Horizons Early Childhood Conference Tribal Early Care and Education Conference New Parents and Babies Support Groups at Swedish Ballard and Swedish Edmonds New Parents and Babies Support Group at Evergreen Hospital New Moms and Babies Support Group at Stevens Hospital Valley General Hospital

MOPS Groups Barnes and Noble Bookstores Woodinville Family Preschool Everett Childcare Resource and Referral Center Edmonds Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Starbucks Employee Brown Bag Lunch Series and Starbucks Wellness Fair Momma Works Group at the Community Birth and Family Center MOMS Club of Seattle Seattle Stay at Home Moms Meet-Up Bellies to Booties Webinar Healthy Families Healthy Kids Fair Seattle Women’s Health and Perinatal Networking Group STARS Trainings through King County Libraries

Comments from Hop to Signaroo Presentations

“Thank you so much for presenting this information to us – it really was a great presentation and very inspiring. I think highly of what YOU in particular are doing. You really presented the information so well, in such a short time.”	“Your presentation was extremely interesting, insightful and fun. Also, you clearly are an expert on this subject matter who welcomes any and all questions. Your enthusiasm is infectious! Thanks again, Nancy! You were fantastic!”
“Nancy obviously loves what she’s doing! She does it well!”	“Good demonstrations, personable, enthusiastic and vivacious.”
“Thank you so much for sharing your expertise. It was a delightful presentation!”	“Dynamic speaker. Outstanding! Thank you.”
“Very useful information . . . interesting lecture.”	“Thank you. Our PEPS group was totally inspired.”
“Thank you so much for such an entertaining and educational presentation! You are terrific at what you do. Everyone enjoyed meeting you and I’m sure you’ll see us in your classes.”	“Thank you very, very much for your presentation. The group gelled like never before; you had them so happy and excited about sign language. I’ll make sure to sing your praises to everyone.”
“Thanks so much, Nancy. This topic is absolutely fascinating and it’s clear that you are passionate about what you do.” “	“Very enthusiastic! Interesting, organized, clear….enjoyed Nancy’s humor.”
“This was really interesting – something I’ve wanted to learn more about, so thank you for the visit to our PEPS group! I’ll be looking into your classes.”	“You were great…funny, entertaining and filled with useful information all in a short period of time. I know the families all appreciated your presentation. Thank you for your terrific work.”
“Nancy was a great speaker . . . very funny!”	“This was fun and informative!”
“Very enthusiastic presenter! Lots of great information.”	“Thanks. Great presentation . . . interactive and engaging.”