ASL Signs: Countries and Travel
Exploring the World Through Sign Language Grade 10 Language Learning 2-Minute Journey Across Continents
Why Learn ASL for Countries?
Connect with Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities worldwide Develop cultural awareness and respect Expand communication skills beyond spoken language Understand geographic concepts through visual language
Europe - ASL Sign
Eastern Europe - ASL Sign
Handshape: Letter 'E' with palm facing out Movement: Move right, then left Practice sentence: 'SHE FROM EASTERN EUROPE' Notice the directional movement representing the region
Practice Time: Latin America
Sign: Flat hand taps chest twice, then moves downward Try it: 'WE VISIT LATIN AMERICA' Partner up and practice the sign Check each other's handshape and movement
Africa - ASL Sign
Handshape: Letter 'A' Movement: Circle over heart area Practice sentence: 'HE LIVE AFRICA' The heart placement shows respect for the continent
Travel Vocabulary in ASL
{"left":"TRAVEL: Two fingers 'walking' in air\nCOUNTRY: 'Y' handshape on forearm\nVISIT: 'V' handshapes moving forward","right":"LIVE: 'L' handshapes on chest moving up\nWANT: Open hands pull toward body\nFROM: Index finger pulls from shoulder"}
Quick Check: Can You Sign It?
Choose a country we learned today Create a sentence using ASL word order Use at least one travel vocabulary word Volunteer to share with the class!