Countries (IMAGE) Indiana University Caption “SHAPE: The system of shape representations in cognition, development and across languages,” encompasses the way that shape figures into the learning of 44 different languages — systematically sampled to represent all languages across the globe — in children with typical and atypical developmental trajectories, as well as in deaf individuals using sign language. Credit Linda Smith Usage Restrictions N/A License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.