ASL Basics for Kids
Ready to dive into a new world of hand signs and fun? In our ASL (American Sign Language) class, we’ll learn how to talk with our hands! We'll play games, sing songs, and tell stories—all using ASL.
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What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. It is not required, but students are welcome to video themselves using a video platform and submit their signing. I am more than happy to review and offer feedback as needed.Assessment
includedLetter Grade
includedProgress Report
includedCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 5
Beginner Level
What Will Be Taught? -Students will learn the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL), including basic vocabulary, sentence structure, and cultural insights. -Key areas include greetings, family, colors, animals, daily activities, and emotions. ***This class should take no longer than 8 weeks to complete.*** How is the Class Structured? -Weekly Modules: Each week, a new module will be released, focusing on a specific topic. -Lessons and Activities: Each module includes several lessons with videos, interactive games, and quizzes. -Self-Paced: Students can complete the lessons and activities at their own pace within the week. How Will You Teach? -Video Lessons: Engaging videos demonstrate signs and explaining their use. -Interactive Slides: Slideshows with embedded videos and activities to reinforce learning. -Games and Quizzes: Fun, interactive games a,nd quizzes to practice new vocabulary and concepts. -Storytelling: Stories and scenarios where students can apply what they've learned in a fun and meaningful context. What's Your Teaching Style? -Engaging and Fun: Lessons are designed to be fun and interactive, keeping kids engaged and excited to learn. -Visual and Hands-On: Heavy use of visual aids, videos, and interactive activities to cater to different learning styles. -Supportive and Encouraging: Positive reinforcement and encouragement throughout the course to build confidence. How Much Will Learners Get to Interact with Me? -Video Clips: Each lesson includes video clips where I demonstrate signs and concepts. -Interactive Activities: Games and quizzes with feedback to reinforce learning. - plan to communicate and offer feedback weekly, or more frequently if needed. -Email Support: Direct email access for students and parents to ask questions or seek additional help, which I should respond to in 24-48 hours or less. -Virtual Office Hours: Scheduled times for live Q&A sessions via video chat for personalized support and interaction.
Learning Goals
Students will learn over 100 basic ASL signs, including the alphabet, numbers, greetings, family members, colors, shapes, animals, daily activities, and emotions.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Lesson Title: Welcome to the World of ASL!
What We’ll Learn:
-Brief history of American Sign Language.
-Importance of ASL and Deaf culture.
-Basic handshapes and finger spelling of the alphabet. 1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Lesson Title: Meeting and Greeting
What We’ll Learn:
-Common greetings and introductions.
-How to ask and answer simple questions (What's your name? How are you?).
-Signing numbers 1-10. 3 assignments
Lesson 3:
Lesson Title: My Family and Friends
What We’ll Learn:
-Signs for family members (mom, dad, brother, sister, etc.).
-Signs for friends and people in our lives (teacher, friend, etc.).
-Practice introducing family members and friends. 1 assignment
8 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Lesson Title: Colorful World of Shapes
What We’ll Learn:
-Signs for basic colors (red, blue, green, yellow, etc.).
-Signs for common shapes (circle, square, triangle).
-Fun games to reinforce color and shape vocabulary. 2 assignments
Other Details
Learning Needs
The beauty of ASL is that various learners can engage and learn. Whether a student is a typical learner or has Dyslexia, ASD, or ADHD, this class will welcome them. All lessons will be visual and engaging to promote participation.
Parental Guidance
There will be no scary or inappropriate media content. All content would be suitable for small children and rated "G".
Pre-Requisites
There are no specific rprerequisite equirements for learners to participate in this class. This level is meant for novice (or beginner) students eager to learn ASL.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Mississippi Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Alabama Teaching Certificate in Special Education
4 Degrees
Doctoral Degree in Education from The University of Alabama
Master's Degree in English from William Carey University
Master's Degree in Special Education from The University of South Alabama
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Faulkner University
I am a certified deaf/hard of hearing educator. I have served as an ASL interpreter, teacher of the deaf, and teacher of ASL as a world language. I have over 15 years of education experience and multiple degrees that help diversify my teaching platform (B.A. in Psychology, M.Ed. in Special Education, M.Ed. in Dyslexia Therapy, Ed.S. in Educational Leadership, and I am all but dissertation for my doctorate in Educational Leadership.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$8
weekly or $60 for all content8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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