Language is a broad topic that covers a lot of subject matter. Some of the topics I include in our "Language" lesson plans are oral & sign language, letter recognition, reading comprehension, writing, and story telling.
In our language lesson plans I strive to create fun experiences and environments that encourage a love of language that will last a lifetime. We use a whole body learning methods to integrate the spoken written and signed word.
Letter Recognition & Finger Spelling
We are a signing family. What does that have to do with letter recognition? Simple. Fingerspelling! Our littles began developing their finger spelling ability as babies. Long before they developed the fine motor skill to finger spell themselves they were clearly demonstrating an understanding of finger spelled words, like "glue". For families who choose to use true American Sign Language in their homes to supplement oral communication, fingerspelling can be a bonus to early literacy efforts. Teaching your child the manual alphabet in ASL literally puts the power of letter recognition in the palm of your hand and theirs.
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