Embark on a captivating journey with our ASL Basics class, where learners delve into fundamental elements such as greetings, finger spelling, food, and animals. Whether your child is already familiar with these concepts or just starting to explore them, this class accommodates all levels of expertise.

Our teaching approach infuses a relaxed and engaging atmosphere, fostering an environment where children thrive. I leverage dynamic tools like games, music, and interactive activities to make learning a vibrant experience. While occasional slides enhance the visual aspect, using a computer or tablet for optimal participation is recommended – though a phone can suffice if necessary.

Encouraging interaction is at the heart of our methodology. Through Zoom sessions, learners connect, honing their ability to comprehend ASL when expressed by their peers. Break-out rooms provide a unique opportunity for individuals to delve deeper into personal connections and collectively practice signing.

The class unfolds seamlessly, beginning with a warm welcome and an entertaining icebreaker sign game. From exploring the ABCs to learning signs of the week, each session is a harmonious blend of education and enjoyment. Games and songs are carefully integrated to reinforce the weekly signs, ensuring a holistic and engaging learning experience.

Join us on a thematic exploration throughout the weeks, from Winter Signs to Time, Season, and Weather, and onwards to Holiday Words, Family and Pronouns, Opposites and Questions, Feelings and Emotions, Days and Times, Food, Animals, and an array of other captivating topics.

To further enrich the learning experience, a word list will be promptly posted on the classroom wall within 24 hours after each class. Embrace the journey of acquiring American Sign Language skills in an atmosphere that nurtures curiosity, interaction, and lasting connections.

Format of class
> Welcome Learners to class
> Play an ICE Breaker Sign Game
>Review ABC
> Learn signs for the week
> Play a game or learn a song to this week's signs
> Review signs from Word for this session
> End class


Weekly themes may be one of these:

⇢ Week of 8/19: Animals
⇢ Week of 8/26: Calendar & Days of the Weel
⇢ Week of 9/2: Food
⇢ Week of 9/9: Sports

ABC’s and Numbers (1-20)
Animal - Bugs
Animals - Farm Animals
Animals - Field and Forest
Animals - Ocean Animals
Animals - Zoo Animals
Calendar Signs - Days, Time, Months, Weather
Colors
Feeling and Emotions
Food - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Desserts, Snacks, and Drinks
Food - Fruits and Vegetables
Nouns - Clothing and Accessories
Nouns - Family and People
Nouns - Places and Occupations
Sports
Things at Home (Items)
Verbs - Action Words
Weather


Holidays Sign Vocabulary:
Christmas
Easter
Halloween
St. Patrick’s Day
Thanksgiving 
Valentine's Day