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StorySign

StorySign

Helping deaf children to read

3 ratings
6 reviews
📚 Education
📚 Books

Archived App (Last seen on 16 Apr 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 22, 2019
  • March 30, 2023

Developer

Aardman Animations Ltd
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About

This app translates children's books into sign language, helping deaf children learn to read by visually connecting printed words with their signed meanings. It uses a friendly avatar to sign stories from physical books scanned by your smartphone.

✓Translates books into sign language
✓Scans physical book pages
✓Friendly signing avatar
✓Supports 14 sign languages
✓Library of popular children's books
✓Highlights words as they are signed
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What's New in StorySign

1.14

March 30, 2023

Essential updates to Privacy Policies and hosting. In order to be able to download new books and continue using all functionality of the app you will need to update the app. Please see Privacy Policy for changes.

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User reviews

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Cool experience!

I couldn’t get it working on my iPhone, but I tried it out on someone’s Android phone. I’m amazed at the animation and I wished I can watch it on my phone again and again. I hope they’re able to do more books.
Deaf DadDeaf Dad

Beautifully Made

This is a beautifully designed app which I am hoping to use as part of my Auslan Teaching in Kindergartens (Early Childhood Language Program) & a Primary School.

May ask how frequently books are going to be added to the app?

I have now got the 5 books included in the Auslan section, and am very happy with them. I will be watching out eagerly for any more to be added - I hope they won't be too far apart.

Keep up the good work.
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DTCB2DTCB2

Nothing works anymore

It used to read the stories but now it just shows my phone camera displaying what’s in my room when I click on any of the story tabs.
Belinda ParkerBelinda Parker

Awesome!!!!

I have hearing daughter. We are deaf married. I want to show her story sign because she can sign and speak. We love it. But can you add more popular books? I will recommend to anyone about that awesome app. Great job!!! Animation woman looks real. Love to use it and physical books. But can add digital book too? It will be nice.
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Dsi2009Dsi2009

No ASL

There is no ASL on this app. Very frustrating.
MelJoelleDMelJoelleD

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FAQ

How does StorySign help deaf children read?

StorySign translates printed words in physical children's books into sign language using a signing avatar. This helps deaf children connect written words with their meanings, aiding in reading comprehension and literacy development.

What sign languages does StorySign support?

StorySign supports 14 different sign languages, including American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL), Australian Sign Language (Auslan), and many others from across Europe.

Do I need a physical book to use StorySign?

Yes, a physical copy of the book is required. You scan the words on the page of the physical book with your smartphone, and the app brings the story to life with sign language.

What kind of books are available in StorySign?

The app offers popular children's books, including best-selling titles from Eric Hill's Spot series. There are five books available for each supported local sign language.

Is StorySign available on Android devices?

StorySign is currently available as a free iOS app. It is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is StorySign updated?

The app was last updated on March 30, 2023, with version 1.14. Updates typically include new books or improvements to the signing translation.

What is the age rating for StorySign?

StorySign has an age rating of 4+. It is designed to assist young children in their reading journey.

Does StorySign have ads?

No, StorySign does not contain advertisements. It is a completely free app designed to support children's literacy.