Sign Language · Pioneers 11–15 · Years 7–9
ASL: storytelling, grammar and Deaf community
How does a visual language tell a story?
What you will learn
- Use ASL sentence structure (topic–comment) and time indicators
- Use classifiers and role-shift to tell a short story
- Hold a 3-minute signed conversation on daily life and plans
- Explain key moments in Deaf history and current accessibility issues
Helpful to know first: ASL alphabet, numbers, 30+ signs
Discover
Think first: How does a visual language tell a story? Say or jot one idea before you read on.
Learn — core route
- Topic–comment sentence sorting
- Classifier story with 'The Ball'
- Deaf history timeline
Lessons in this subject: Learn Topics · Sign Language
Practise — check a common mix-up
ASL is English on the hands.
Deaf people all want to hear.
Apply / Create — Signed Story Project
Record a 2-minute original ASL story using classifiers and role-shift, plus a 200-word note on one Deaf history moment.
Evidence type: video or adult observation · accessible alternative always allowed (speak it, draw it, or show an adult).
How it is judged (rubric)
- Beginning: Signs a sequence
- Developing: Uses 1 classifier
- Secure: 2 minutes, classifiers, role-shift, correct structure + history note
- Extending: Expressive, culturally informed, fluent
Explain — say what you did
Review later
We'll offer a quick memory check in 7, 21 and 45 days. Mark this done and your Today page will remind you gently.
For grown-ups · framework mappings
- aligned to Aligned to common ASL curricula · Signing Naturally Units 3–6
Status: Live · reviewed
What's next?