Intensive First Year American Sign Language ASL 134

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Intensive First Year American Sign Language (ASL 134) class Summer Quarter 2016 Instructor: Kristi

Intensive First Year American Sign Language (ASL 134) class Summer Quarter 2016 Instructor: Kristi Winter, MA University of Washington Dept. of Linguistics ASL Program

Agenda: • Today: – – • SN Unit 9 ASL Poetry ASL Phrases Part

Agenda: • Today: – – • SN Unit 9 ASL Poetry ASL Phrases Part III Course Evaluation (12: 30 pm) Wednesday, August 17 th – SN Unit 9 – Group Presentation: “My Favorite Neighborhood Story” (25 points for participating in group) – Review SN Units 7 -9 for Final Exam • Thursday, August 18 th – SN Unit 9 – Units 7 -9 Exam – Video: “History Through Deaf Eyes” (In-class assignment)

Gallaudet University’s Annual Rat Funeral • Freshman year – https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Gzmu.

Gallaudet University’s Annual Rat Funeral • Freshman year – https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Gzmu. QAYCr 1 U – “In this 60 -plus-year-old tradition, freshmen buy or catch rats at the beginning of the school year, care for them as pets, and then hold a funeral–complete with black garb and procession– for those animals that have died at the end of second semester in order to mark the completion of their first year at college. Students commemorate the event with rubber rats rather than real ones now. ” – http: //www. washingtoncitypaper. com/blogs/citydesk/2010/04/30/morning -roundup-rats-addition/

Unit 9 Describing Places

Unit 9 Describing Places

Review: Unit 9: 5 Giving Directions • Unit 9: 5 Giving Directions: Next to,

Review: Unit 9: 5 Giving Directions • Unit 9: 5 Giving Directions: Next to, Across from will be on the exam, not Unit 9: 8 and 9: 11 (Giving Directions: Where to Turn and Perspective Shift)

Far Left Far Right University Avenue Near Left Near Right X

Far Left Far Right University Avenue Near Left Near Right X

Courthouse University Avenue X

Courthouse University Avenue X

City Hall Courthouse University Avenue Oak Street A: ask where • IKEA • Curves

City Hall Courthouse University Avenue Oak Street A: ask where • IKEA • Curves • Police • AT&T B: give location 1. from corner X

City Hall Courthouse University Avenue Oak Street A: ask where • Re. Max •

City Hall Courthouse University Avenue Oak Street A: ask where • Re. Max • Ace Hardware • Firehouse • Sam’s Deli B: give location 1. from corner 2. from place X

City Hall Courthouse University Avenue Oak Street A: ask where B: give location 1.

City Hall Courthouse University Avenue Oak Street A: ask where B: give location 1. from corner 2. from place X

Pre-Exam Practice

Pre-Exam Practice

Lesson 9: 9 Numbers: Giving the Time Homework Follow-Up

Lesson 9: 9 Numbers: Giving the Time Homework Follow-Up

The Number 11 cardinal: 11 age: 11 years old year: 2011 (20 and 11

The Number 11 cardinal: 11 age: 11 years old year: 2011 (20 and 11 are not repeated) clock: 7: 11 (hand moves slightly to the side) The Number 13 cardinal: 13 age: 13 years old year: 2013 (20 and 13 are not repeated) clock: 8: 13 (hand moves slightly to the side)

The Number 15 cardinal: 15 age: 15 years old year: 2015 (20 and 15

The Number 15 cardinal: 15 age: 15 years old year: 2015 (20 and 15 are not repeated) clock: 6: 15 (hand moves slightly to the side) The Number 20 cardinal: 20 age: 20 years old year: 2020 (20 is not repeated) clock: 9: 20 (hand moves slightly to the side)

The Number 30 cardinal: 30 age: 30 years old year: 1930 (30 is not

The Number 30 cardinal: 30 age: 30 years old year: 1930 (30 is not repeated) clock: 1: 30 (hand moves slightly to the side)


Homework 9: 9 (p. 215) • Five Questions – Come up with five questions

Homework 9: 9 (p. 215) • Five Questions – Come up with five questions that ask what time. Rehearse signing th 4 e questions. Pay attention to the structure of the question. Remember to name the activity, then ask what time at the end. Don’t forget to furrow your brows and lean your head forward with the question.

ASL Poetry UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON WINTER 2015

ASL Poetry UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON WINTER 2015

Number stories • Number stories – They’re similar to ABC stories, but use ASL

Number stories • Number stories – They’re similar to ABC stories, but use ASL numbers instead of alphabet.

Numbers Story in ASL • Example of Numbers story in ASL – “The Diving”

Numbers Story in ASL • Example of Numbers story in ASL – “The Diving” • • • 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Examples of Number Story • https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=aeb 30 LDTOSI • https:

Examples of Number Story • https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=aeb 30 LDTOSI • https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=SZGj-m. MEjrs

How far can you go from 1 to 10? • Work with your groups

How far can you go from 1 to 10? • Work with your groups of 4 -5 and create an ASL Numbers Story as far as you can go until 10. • Choose one student to demonstrate to the class. • Topics for creating an ASL Numbers Story: – – – – Car Race Going to a Movie Theatre Haunted House College Life Party Wedding Camping and many more. .

Gallaudet University’s Bison Song • http: //libguides. gallaudet. edu/content. php? pid=351760&sid=287752 7 • https:

Gallaudet University’s Bison Song • http: //libguides. gallaudet. edu/content. php? pid=351760&sid=287752 7 • https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=4 CVb. Ufuq. Xuk • https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=h. B 7 c. Xtn. Oc. S 0 • ASLized – http: //aslized. org

ASL Signs for 50 States of America (Not on test) • https: //www. youtube.

ASL Signs for 50 States of America (Not on test) • https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=9 CM-f. Hawo. Ps

Lesson 9: 10 Suggest a Place to Eat

Lesson 9: 10 Suggest a Place to Eat

 • Describe environment • table and seating arrangement

• Describe environment • table and seating arrangement

 • Describe environment • table or counter and seating arrangement • wall decorations

• Describe environment • table or counter and seating arrangement • wall decorations

 • Describe environment • table or counter and seating arrangement • wall decorations

• Describe environment • table or counter and seating arrangement • wall decorations • lighting

Activity – Suggest a Restaurant • Groups 1 and 2 – restaurant for kids

Activity – Suggest a Restaurant • Groups 1 and 2 – restaurant for kids • Groups 3 and 4 – restaurant to take friends. • Groups 5 and 6 – restaurant for an anniversary. • Instructions: Decide on a restaurant to recommend and the information to share about each category listed below: • description of the environment • kind of food served • what people do there • opinions (prices, food, and atmosphere) • one drawback • You can make up or embellish parts – but the information must be believable.

 • A: explain reason; ask to suggest a restaurant (for young kids, for

• A: explain reason; ask to suggest a restaurant (for young kids, for friends or to celebrate an anniversary) B/C: each suggest a place, elaborate on the following: • • • description of the environment what people do there kind of food served opinions (prices, food , and atmosphere) one drawback A: explain preference B/C: comment on A’s choice A: reply

 • A: explain reason; ask to suggest a restaurant (for young kids, for

• A: explain reason; ask to suggest a restaurant (for young kids, for friends, or to celebrate an anniversary) B/C: each suggest a place, elaborate on the following: • • • description of the environment what people do there kind of food served opinions (prices, food, and atmosphere) one drawback • • • A: explain preference B/C: comment on A’s choice A: reply • • • Instructions. In the new groups, when role playing Signer A: the person from Group 1 or 2 is to ask where to take friends the person from Group 3 or 4 is to ask where to go for an anniversary the person from Group 5 or 6 is to ask where to take kids. •

Lesson 9: 10 Suggest a Place to Eat Homework Follow-Up

Lesson 9: 10 Suggest a Place to Eat Homework Follow-Up

Minidialogue 1 • 1. Who does Suzanne want to take out to eat?

Minidialogue 1 • 1. Who does Suzanne want to take out to eat?

Minidialogue 1 • 1. Who does Suzanne want to take out to eat? Her

Minidialogue 1 • 1. Who does Suzanne want to take out to eat? Her 11 -year old niece and her friends who are spending the night.

Minidialogue 1 • 2. Describe each restaurant. Amber’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Choo-Choo Information given:

Minidialogue 1 • 2. Describe each restaurant. Amber’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Choo-Choo Information given: Restaurant has a railroad theme. There’s a big table where people sit around and in the middle is a train track. Food is delivered by a train that runs around the track. They serve hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries and ice cream. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, ice cream is served for free. Wait staff wears railroad uniforms. Fun for children! Drawback: Restaurant is far away (45 -minute drive to get there). Lauren’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Fenton’s Ice Cream Parlor Information given: It’s an old establishment that is very popular. Besides ice cream, they also serve sandwiches and salads. Their milkshakes are delicious. One of their specialties is a large bowl of ice cream that serves four or five people and is sure to make people feel full. Drawback: Slightly expensive.

Minidialogue 1 2. Describe each restaurant. Amber’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Choo-Choo Information given: Restaurant

Minidialogue 1 2. Describe each restaurant. Amber’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Choo-Choo Information given: Restaurant has a railroad theme. There’s a big table where people sit around and in the middle is a train track. Food is delivered by a train that runs around the track. They serve hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries and ice cream. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, ice cream is served for free. Wait staff wears railroad uniforms. Fun for children! Drawback: Restaurant is far away (45 -minute drive to get there). Lauren’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Fenton’s Ice Cream Parlor Information given: It’s an old establishment that is very popular. Besides ice cream, they also serve sandwiches and salads. Their milkshakes are delicious. One of their specialties is a large bowl of ice cream that serves four or five people and is sure to make people feel full. Drawback: Slightly expensive.

Minidialogue 1 3. Why does Lauren think Amber’s recommendation is not ideal? Lauren thinks

Minidialogue 1 3. Why does Lauren think Amber’s recommendation is not ideal? Lauren thinks Choo-Choo is fun for very young children but probably not for an 11 -year old girl. 4. Which restaurant does Suzanne decide on? Why? Fenton’s because it is much closer, and Suzanne and the girls love ice cream, too. 5. Why does Amber disagree with Suzanne’s choice of restaurant? Amber thinks going to a railroad themed restaurant would be more of a novelty than going to an ice cream parlor.

Minidialogue 1 3. Why does Lauren think Amber’s recommendation is not ideal? Lauren thinks

Minidialogue 1 3. Why does Lauren think Amber’s recommendation is not ideal? Lauren thinks Choo-Choo is fun for very young children but probably not for an 11 -year old girl. 4. Which restaurant does Suzanne decide on? Why? Fenton‘’ because it is much closer, and Suzanne and the girls love ice cream, too. 5. Why does Amber disagree with Suzanne’s choice of restaurant? Amber thinks going to a railroad themed restaurant would be more of a novelty than going to an ice cream parlor.

Minidialogue 1 3. Why does Lauren think Amber’s recommendation is not ideal? Lauren thinks

Minidialogue 1 3. Why does Lauren think Amber’s recommendation is not ideal? Lauren thinks Choo-Choo is fun for very young children but probably not for an 11 -year old girl. 4. Which restaurant does Suzanne decide on? Why? Fenton’s because it is much closer, and Suzanne and the girls love ice cream, too. 5. Why does Amber disagree with Suzanne’s choice of restaurant? Amber thinks going to a railroad themed restaurant would be more of a novelty than going to an ice cream parlor.

Minidialogue 1 3. Why does Lauren think Amber’s recommendation is not ideal? Lauren thinks

Minidialogue 1 3. Why does Lauren think Amber’s recommendation is not ideal? Lauren thinks Choo-Choo is fun for very young children but probably not for an 11 -year old girl. 4. Which restaurant does Suzanne decide on? Why? Fenton’s because it is much closer, and Suzanne and the girls love ice cream, too. 5. Why does Amber disagree with Suzanne’s choice of restaurant? Amber thinks going to a railroad themed restaurant would be more of a novelty than going to an ice cream parlor.

Minidialogue 2 1. Who does Justin want to take out and why?

Minidialogue 2 1. Who does Justin want to take out and why?

Minidialogue 2 1. Who does Justin want to take out and why? His girlfriend

Minidialogue 2 1. Who does Justin want to take out and why? His girlfriend to celebrate their 6 -month anniversary.

Minidialogue 2 1. Describe each restaurant. Amber’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Sky Restaurant (in SF)

Minidialogue 2 1. Describe each restaurant. Amber’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Sky Restaurant (in SF) Information given: A 5 -star restaurant on the 25 th floor. Elevator opens to the dinning area. Space is circular with glass walls. The restaurant rotates giving you 360 view of the city below. Especially beautiful at night with the twinkling lights below. (Decor is Modern. ) Drawback: Parking is difficult. Valet service is available but it is expensive. Suzanne’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Venezia (which is near by) Information given: Small (intimate) Italian restaurant. One wall (left) is red brick, the facing wall has flowers on the wall, the other wall (right) is stuccoe. In the middle of the room is a water fountain. The small round tables are covered with red and white checkered table clothes and the candles on the tables are in old wine bottles. The food is delicious because the cook grew up in Italy. Drawback: The restaurant doesn’t take reservations. There can be a

Minidialogue 2 1. Describe each restaurant. Amber’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Sky Restaurant (in San

Minidialogue 2 1. Describe each restaurant. Amber’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Sky Restaurant (in San Francisco) Information given: A 5 -star restaurant on the 25 th floor. Elevator opens to the dinning area. Space is circular with glass walls. The restaurant rotates giving you a 360 degree view of the city below. Especially beautiful at night with the twinkling lights below. (Decor is Modern. ) Drawback: Parking is difficult. Valet service is available but it is expensive. Suzanne’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Venezia (which is near by) Information given: Small (intimate) Italian restaurant. One wall (left) is red brick, the facing wall has flowers on the wall, the other wall (right) is stucco. In the middle of the room is a water fountain. The small round tables are covered with red and white checkered table clothes and the candles on the tables are in old wine bottles. The food is delicious because the cook grew up in Italy. Drawback: The restaurant doesn’t take reservations. There can be a

Minidialogue 2 3. Which restaurant does Justin really want? Why does he end up

Minidialogue 2 3. Which restaurant does Justin really want? Why does he end up picking the other restaurant? Justin likes the small (intimate) cozy feel of the Italian restaurant but since the restaurant doesn’t take reservations, he decides to take his girlfriend to the Sky Restaurant. 4. What problem does Suzanne have with Amber’s restaurant suggestion? Suzanne warns Justin that San Francisco is famous for its foggy nights and that he may not be able to see anything from the 25 th floor restaurant and all that expense may be for naught. 5. How does Justin defend his decision? He doesn’t think it would matter much since he and his girlfriend will spend their time looking at each rather than the view.

Minidialogue 2 3. Which restaurant does Justin really want? Why does he end up

Minidialogue 2 3. Which restaurant does Justin really want? Why does he end up picking the other restaurant? Justin likes the small (intimate) cozy feel of the Italian restaurant but since the restaurant doesn’t take reservations, he decides to take his girlfriend to the Sky Restaurant. 4. What problem does Suzanne have with Amber’s restaurant suggestion? Suzanne warns Justin that San Francisco is famous for its foggy nights and that he may not be able to see anything from the 25 th floor restaurant and all that expense may be for naught. 5. How does Justin defend his decision? He doesn’t think it would matter much since he and his girlfriend will spend their time looking at each rather than the view.

Minidialogue 2 3. Which restaurant does Justin really want? Why does he end up

Minidialogue 2 3. Which restaurant does Justin really want? Why does he end up picking the other restaurant? Justin likes the small (intimate) cozy feel of the Italian restaurant but since the restaurant doesn’t take reservations, he decides to take his girlfriend to the Sky Restaurant. 4. What problem does Suzanne have with Amber’s restaurant suggestion? Suzanne warns Justin that San Francisco is famous for its foggy nights and that he may not be able to see anything from the 25 th floor restaurant and all that expense may be for naught. 5. How does Justin defend his decision? He doesn’t think it would matter much since he and his girlfriend will spend their time looking at each rather than the view.

Minidialogue 2 3. Which restaurant does Justin really want? Why does he end up

Minidialogue 2 3. Which restaurant does Justin really want? Why does he end up picking the other restaurant? Justin likes the small (intimate) cozy feel of the Italian restaurant but since the restaurant doesn’t take reservations, he decides to take his girlfriend to the Sky Restaurant. 4. What problem does Suzanne have with Amber’s restaurant suggestion? Suzanne warns Justin that San Francisco is famous for its foggy nights and that he may not be able to see anything from the 25 th floor restaurant and all that expense may be for naught. 5. How does Justin defend his decision? He doesn’t think it would matter much since he and his girlfriend will spend their time looking at each rather than the view.

Minidialogue 3 1. Who does Melvin want to take out and why? His friend,

Minidialogue 3 1. Who does Melvin want to take out and why? His friend, to celebrate his or her 30 th birthday.

Minidialogue 3 1. Who does Melvin want to take out and why? His friend,

Minidialogue 3 1. Who does Melvin want to take out and why? His friend, to celebrate his or her 30 th birthday.

Minidialogue 3 2. Describe each restaurant. Justin’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Al’s Information given: Restaurant

Minidialogue 3 2. Describe each restaurant. Justin’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Al’s Information given: Restaurant is near a lake. There is a large window facing the lake for viewing, especially sunsets. Wood-paneled walls; cozy. Cuisine is mostly seafood. Drawback: It is very popular, you would need to reserve a table one month in advance. JT’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Cinema Cafe Information given: Restaurant has a fireplace. One wall has a huge screen showing foreign films with English subtitles. French cuisine. Drawback: Expensive

Minidialogue 3 2. Describe each restaurant. Justin’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Al’s Information given: Restaurant

Minidialogue 3 2. Describe each restaurant. Justin’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Al’s Information given: Restaurant is near a lake. There is a large window facing the lake for viewing, especially sunsets. Wood-paneled walls; cozy. Cuisine is mostly seafood. Drawback: It is very popular, you would need to reserve a table one month in advance. JT’s recommendation: Restaurant’s name: Cinema Cafe Information given: Restaurant has a fireplace. One wall has a huge screen showing foreign films with English subtitles. French cuisine. Drawback: Expensive

Minidialogue 3 3. Which restaurant does Melvin decide on? Why? Cinema Café. It is

Minidialogue 3 3. Which restaurant does Melvin decide on? Why? Cinema Café. It is unique with its foreign films in the eating area. 4. How does Melvin respond to Justin’s concern about missing the sunset? Will take his friend there (Al’s) for the friend’s 40 th birthday.

Minidialogue 3 3. Which restaurant does Melvin decide on? Why? Cinema Café. It is

Minidialogue 3 3. Which restaurant does Melvin decide on? Why? Cinema Café. It is unique with its foreign films in the eating area. 4. How does Melvin respond to Justin’s concern about missing the sunset? Will take his friend there (Al’s) for the friend’s 40 th birthday.

Minidialogue 3 3. Which restaurant does Melvin decide on? Why? Cinema Café. It is

Minidialogue 3 3. Which restaurant does Melvin decide on? Why? Cinema Café. It is unique with its foreign films in the eating area. 4. How does Melvin respond to Justin’s concern about missing the sunset? Will take his friend there (Al’s) for the friend’s 40 th birthday.

ASL Phrases Part III 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. I got

ASL Phrases Part III 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. I got it, learned a hard lesson Bad memory, unforgettable Get your point across, get it into your thick skull Egotistical, swell-headed By a hair, by the skin of tooth, close call A) Very slow, taking forever, B) I’m not crazy about it. Truly brilliant It is really far out! When something is cool, you say “far out!” Often used by hippies 9. Not my responsibility, none of my doing, not involved, not my business 10. Corruption, bribery, scheming, play dirty politics 11. A) Wait and see what might happen, B) I told you so!

ASL Phrases Part III 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Exhausted, so tired

ASL Phrases Part III 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Exhausted, so tired after a long day. Discriminate, outcast, marginalized group Gotcha! Take that! Speechless, cannot respond, lost an argument Egotistic, think only of yourself. Selfish, self-centeredness. All gone, ran out, nothing left I’ve had enough of you, block out.

Lesson 9: 11 Giving Directions: Perspective Shift

Lesson 9: 11 Giving Directions: Perspective Shift

Directions to AAA Insurance Office First Street • Second Street Third Street Fourth Street

Directions to AAA Insurance Office First Street • Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Stre et Oak Street Elm Street Pine Street Maple Street X = you are here Fifth Street

Directions to First Street Third Street Fourth Street Fifth Street Shift Perspective Oak Street

Directions to First Street Third Street Fourth Street Fifth Street Shift Perspective Oak Street Elm Street Pine Street Maple Street X = you are here Oak Street Fir Stre et Elm Street Pine Street • Second Street

Directions to Fire Station First Street • Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir

Directions to Fire Station First Street • Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Stre et Oak Street School Elm Street Pine Street Maple Street X = you are here Fifth Street

Directions to Fire Station Shift Perspective First Street • Second Street Third Street Fourth

Directions to Fire Station Shift Perspective First Street • Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fifth Street Fir Stre et Oak Street School Elm Street X = you are here Elm Street School Maple Street Oak Street Fir Street Pine Street

Directions to City Hall First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street City Hall

Directions to City Hall First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street City Hall Fir Street Oak Street Elm Street Pine Street Maple Street X = you are here Fifth Street

Directions to City Hall Shift Perspective Third Street Fourth Street First Street Fir Street

Directions to City Hall Shift Perspective Third Street Fourth Street First Street Fir Street City Hall Fifth Street Fir Street Second Street Oak Street First Street Oak Street Second Street Elm Street Third Street Pine Street Maple Street Fourth Street X = you are here

Directions to Parking Garage First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street

Directions to Parking Garage First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street Oak Street Elm Street Pine Street Maple Street X = you are here Fifth Street

Directions to Courthouse First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street Oak

Directions to Courthouse First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street Oak Street Elm Street Pine Street Courthouse Maple Street X = you are here Fifth Street

Directions to 7 -11 First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street

Directions to 7 -11 First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street Oak Street Elm Street Pine Street Maple Street X = you are here Fifth Street

Directions to Police Station First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street

Directions to Police Station First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street Oak Street Elm Street Pine Street Maple Street X = you are here Fifth Street

Directions to Curves and Ikea First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir

Directions to Curves and Ikea First Street Second Street Third Street Fourth Street Fir Street Oak Street Elm Street Pine Street Maple Street X = you are here Fifth Street

Homework • Do Unit 9: 11

Homework • Do Unit 9: 11

Sources: • Smith, C. , Lentz, E. & Mikos, K. (2014)Signing Naturally Student Workbook

Sources: • Smith, C. , Lentz, E. & Mikos, K. (2014)Signing Naturally Student Workbook Units 7 -12. Dawn. Sign. Press. San Diego, CA • Smith, C. , Lentz, E. , Mikos, K. (2008) Signing Naturally Units 1 -6. Dawn Sign Press. San Diego, CA. • Zinza, Jason E. (2006) Master ASL! Sign Media, Inc. Burtonsville, MD. • Eastman, G. (1989) From Mime to Sign. T. J. Publishers, Inc. Silver Spring, MD. • Pictures from Microsoft Clip Arts

Sources • Peter Cook Official Website: http: //web. mac. com/peterscook 1/Site/Welcome. html • Handspeak

Sources • Peter Cook Official Website: http: //web. mac. com/peterscook 1/Site/Welcome. html • Handspeak - Clayton Valli: http: //www. handspeak. com/byte/v/index. php? byte=valli • Dawn Sign Press: http: //www. dawnsign. com/support/aslpoetry. html • American Sign Language Poetry: "Hearts and Hands": http: //www. lifeprint. com/asl 101/topics/poetry. htm • Signing the Body Poetic: Essays on American Sign Language Literature with DVD: http: //www. infibeam. com/Books/info/H-Dirksen. L-Bauman/Signing-the-Body-Poetic-Essays-on. American/0520229762. html • ASL Access: http: //www. aslaccess. org/