KSGrace Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 My son would like to learn American Sign Language. Any suggestions on where to find a good curriculum? I don't really know where to begin to look. :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peggy in Ks Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 by Mickey Flodin. She is really enjoying it. I like how the signs are catagorized and there are quizzes at the end of each chapter. HTH Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johanna Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 We watch signing time videos alot! I am amazed at what they remember! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen in CO Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 We watch signing time videos alot! I am amazed at what they remember! Oh yeah - signing times are great. Our library carries them. What age is your son? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccm Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 My son would like to learn American Sign Language. Any suggestions on where to find a good curriculum? I don't really know where to begin to look. :001_huh: I'll be watching this thread. Thank you for bring up the topic. :) Our co-op is checking out various sign language programs for a class next year. One mom has suggested Interax DVD Sign Language. http://www.timberdoodle.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1442 I would love to hear the pros/cons of this program, since I am unfamiliar with it. I've used Signs for His Glory at a co-op a couple of years ago. Many of the moms were not happy with it. :001_unsure: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo2 Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I was also going to suggest Signing Time if your kiddos are young. Although, to tell the truth, I'm learning an awful lot from watching these with my dd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khope1 Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 are also on tv, but you need to check your local listings. http://www.signingtime.com/a9/Public-Television/article_info.html I LOVE them! Kimmi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelley Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Bravo ASL is supposed to be good.... Kelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johanna Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I have a dd8, ds6.5, dd5, ds3 ...they all seem captivated by "ALEX and LEA"!!...lol! their fav is the pizza song;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiddledeedee Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Yeah, definitely check your tv schedule for Signing Time, ours is on Fridays. I have a 2 year old that's speech delayed and he's learned several signs, they are a big help. Signing time is nice because you can see the sign in real life, I always had a hard time with a book, I couldn't figure out exactly what they were doing. This site has been a big help for us, http://www.aslpro.com/cgi-bin/aslpro/aslpro.cgi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisawa Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 My son would like to learn American Sign Language. Any suggestions on where to find a good curriculum? I don't really know where to begin to look. :001_huh: Here is a great link! LifePrint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5wolfcubs Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 My dds and I just started taking a class w/ a deaf woman who lip reads a little -- we're learning by immersion! :) The website she recommended for practice is http://www.asl.ms/. There is a lot on the website, including some lesson plans (haven't looked at them yet). We've been getting quicker at reading finger spelling though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tabitha Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Hey, I can help! I'm a sign langauage interpreter (B.A.) and am very picky about what I use with my children. Signing Time has the best kids dvds hands down. Pending the age of the child, what I really love (and what my college used) is Signing Naturally. Whatever you get, make sure it is true ASL. Pidgin Sign English is NOT ASL or close to it. The Joy of Signing is NOT ASL. People like that book...and...I just won't comment on it. If you are going to learn the language of the Deaf, it should be their true language and not the signing systems that were made up by hearing people to teach English to the Deaf (like SEE - Signing Exact English, etc). www.harriscomm.com is a great place to get materials. They do have a children's section here, http://www.harriscomm.com/catalog/default.php?cPath=35_101 . Here is their page for Signing Naturally: http://www.harriscomm.com/catalog/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=signing%20naturally And for learning grammar and syntax, this is the best book out there. It is a teacher's edition, but when you are learning this material is best to have all the info and answers right there for you...I wouldn't bother with the student editions: http://www.harriscomm.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=910 Tab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSGrace Posted April 21, 2008 Author Share Posted April 21, 2008 Great stuff, everyone! Thanks so much. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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