Subject
Grade
Concept/Content
common, high-frequency signs and basic ASL structure, including:
- information about self and others
- questions
- common emotions and physical states
- descriptions of people and objects
- likes and dislikes
Elaboration
- topic and time, using shoulder shift, hand list format, and the sign “which” to indicate choice
- conveying a positive or negative emotion
- signs for “quiet” or “loud” (intended for individuals or large audiences – “whispered” or “shouted”)
- making a statement or asking a question
including hobbies and topics of interest, likes, dislikes, and preferences
of family, pets, friends, or community members; objects in the classroom, in their backpack, desk, locker, home
keywords
ASL structure
self and others
descriptions