ASL Animals
Engage in American Sign Language, theme-based classes as you explore animal species. Learn ASL vocabulary as you learn about different animal habitats, characteristics, and interactions. Boost your learning through songs and books.
What's included
5 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner Level
Little Signers ASL & Science integrates American Sign Language and science in fun, theme-based classes. Learn about animal habitats, food, predator-prey, lifestyles, roles, and ways to protect species. We'll explore frogs, spiders, bees, dolphins, and elephants through signs, songs, and books. Class length varies from 10-40 mins. Students need no prior experience or knowledge. Experience ASL vocabulary through detailed explanations of hand signs and repetition. I love sparking students' love of science and ASL! Come sign with me!
Learning Goals
Students will learn American Sign Language vocabulary through science concepts. Learn about animal populations, habitats, characteristics, food, predator-prey relationships, threats, and ways we can protect species- all through ASL!
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
ASL: Frogs
Learn ASL vocabulary through the life cycles of frogs. Students will learn the characteristics, habitats, behaviors, and threats to frogs through ASL vocabulary. Sign the book, "A Frog's Life". 40 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
ASL: Spiders
Learn ASL vocabulary as you discover the world of spiders. Explore their characteristics, habitats, food, and predators. Sign "The Itsy Bitsy Spider". 8 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
ASL: Bees
Learn ASL vocabulary as you discover the importance of bees. Learn their characteristics, habitats, behaviors, and work roles. Sign the songs "Head, Shoulders, Abdomen" and "Do You Like to Buzz?" 9 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
ASL: Dolphins
Explore the world of dolphins through ASL vocabulary. Learn the characteristics, habitats, food, and social behaviors of dolphins. Sign the song "5 Little Dolphins". 15 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Learning Needs
Research has shown incorporating sign language with spoken language improves comprehension, expression, and communication for students with ADHD and autism. ASL increases vocabulary and retention with its kinesthetic and tactile experience.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Science
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Lynchburg (formerly Lynchburg College)
Bachelor's Degree in Science from James Madison University
I have taught Little Signers ASL to preschool and elementary students over the past 10 years. I have a Masters in Education with a certification in K-6th, biology, and earth science. I have a Bachelors of Science in Biology with an Environmental Studies minor. I am a former public school teacher of 5 yrs and homeschool teacher of 10 yrs. I completed ASL I, II, III, & V in college and interpret for a Deaf family in church. I am also a 200 hr certified Yoga Teacher with additional certifications in Kids Yoga, Mommy Me Yoga, and Prenatal Yoga. In addition to teaching on Outschool, I teach a weekly live online Little Signers class.
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$7
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5 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 6-14
