man

MAN: The right hand as if grasping peak of hat, or thumb tip of right “A” hand at side of forehead, and prone hand to indicate height. (Men: “Man” and prone hand passed along as if over the heads of the men.) (Boys: Men but prone hand lower).

mother

MOTHER: Starting with the sign for “woman” bring hands forward with a slight twisting motion, bring hand away, opening fingers and turning palm upward; at the same time, bring the left hand up similarly and place parallel to the right as if lifting up a baby.