ALEX Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [ASL] ANMP (0-8) 1 :

1) Exchange simple information using American Sign Language.

a. Communicate on very familiar topics using a variety of words and phrases.

b. Make simple statements in a conversation.

c. Ask simple questions.

[ASL] ANMP (0-8) 2 :

2) Demonstrate an understanding of simple American Sign Language presented through live and recorded resources on familiar topics.

a. Recognize everyday words and phrases on topics related to personal experiences.

b. Identify handshapes.

c. Categorize vocabulary in predictable topic areas.

d.Differentiate between statements and questions, including corresponding non-manual markers.

[ASL] ASL1 (7-12) 1 :

1) Communicate and share using American Sign Language on familiar topics with a variety of words, phrases, and simple sentences in the present time frame.

a. Greet and leave people in a polite way.

b. Exchange basic information about self and others.

c. Ask for and provide information.

d. Exchange basic information about their everyday lives.

[ASL] ASL1 (7-12) 2 :

2) Comprehend and interpret what is viewed in live and recorded ASL on familiar topics using the present tense.

a. Identify main characters, themes, and ideas from narratives.

b. Recognize words, phrases and simple sentences in a live or recorded text.

c. Interpret non-manual cues.

This novice mid to novice high ASL activity provides students an opportunity to practice vocabulary related to holidays and celebrations as well as asking questions. Students start with a quick warm-up in which they review how to use American Sign Language to stay each holiday. Then, students use the provided cards to play a game similar to Go Fish in which students ask for holidays rather than numbers.  After the Go Fish game, students will use a series of prepared question cards to practice using question words while conversing with peers. The holiday and question activities can be used together or separately depending on the goals for each classroom.