What's included
1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner Level
Learn American Sign Language vocabulary about the habitats, characteristics, food, and behaviors of groundhogs. Learn ASL vocabulary while increasing student retention of knowledge since it is kinesthetic, visual, and auditory learning. Students need no prior experience or knowledge. Experience ASL vocabulary through detailed explanations of hand signs and repetition. Class is 18 minutes. Come sign with me!
Learning Goals
Learn American Sign Language vocabulary about groundhogs.
Learn about the characteristics, habitats, food, and behaviors of groundhogs through ASL.
Syllabus
1 Lesson
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
ASL: Groundhogs
Learn American Sign Language vocabulary as you explore groundhog habitats, characteristics, food, and behaviors. Sign the song “I’m a Little Groundhog".
17 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Learning Needs
ASL helps students with multiple learning needs by reinforcing vocabulary. Research shows incorporating sign language with spoken language improves comprehension, expression, and communication for special education learners with ADHD.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Science
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. I've incorporated ASL in my Baby Toddler Me Yoga, Kids Yoga, Little Signers, and Baby Connections classes. In addition to teaching on Outschool, I teach a weekly live online Little Signers class.
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Ages: 5-14