top of page

ASL Resources

After creating a list of my favorite sign language books, I created a list of resources and classes. I highly recommend all of these resources and can't wait to find out which ones become favorites of yours, too!

Disclaimer: The links below will take you to  Boohshop.org or Amazon.com ASL Picture Books affiliate.

Resources

American Sign Language (ASL) is a beautiful and powerful language shared by passionate people for many reasons. Whatever your interest in learning ASL, Congratulations! The benefits and rewards are limitless, and its potential is untapped. So tap in and enjoy your journey learning to who knows where.

ASL Preschool Curriculum

Best ASL Preschool Curriculum. Get a year of scope and sequence lessons with English, Spanish, and Sign Language, including 13 units, pacing guides, vetted video libraries, and more to ensure you know what and how to teach each month.

​

Our curriculum is developed by ASLTeachingResources.com with experienced educators, Deaf, interpreters, and parents who understand students’ Pre-K and SPED unique needs. Each lesson is tailored to promote language development, social skills, and cognitive growth and easily integrates with existing curricula. Best of all, you can get this for half price.

18 prek-know-what-and-when-to-teach-qr-code.png
Maddie H CHS logo_edited.jpg

CHS - CHICAGO HEARING SOCIETY 

CHS provides communication access, hearing and assistive technologies, and support services for people who are Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing in Illinois. CHS Youth and Family Connections works to ensure that children who are Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of Hearing and their families connect with the necessary resources, advocacy, information, services, and support at home, school, and in the community. CHS' classes, workshops, events, and fundraisers are a wonderful way for you to become involved!

​

Click this link to read more about CHS in our Interview: Expanding the Worlds of Deaf Children & Families Through ASL with Maddie Hinkle​

World Federation of the Deaf

The International Week of Deaf People has been celebrated during the last full week of September. During this time, we have come to recognize that Deaf people have their communities, cultures, languages, and sign languages, all of which unite us. Deaf communities have been expanding and thriving throughout the years giving us all strength. Now is the time to celebrate their incredible endurance locally, nationally, and internationally. It is vital for deaf people, Deaf communities, and organizations. 

World Federation of the Deaf Logo
Logo-ASLTR-Videos-Black Circle 2

ASL Teaching Resources

A one-stop place for ASL teaching resources and learning sign language for all grades. We specialize in providing teachers with the necessary tools to be successful whether they know sign or not. We help busy teachers with hundreds of ready-to-use materials to teach and communicate with hearing, deaf, and special needs students. Check out the ASL/Spanish Pre-K Curriculum, Sign Club, Games, Classroom Décor, and so much more! Tip: Memberships saves you 50%.

We are so happy to introduce you to Cynthia, a Nationally Certified Interpreter and Owner of ASL Teaching Resources.

Deaf Community Advocacy Network Deaf C.A.N. - A Tradition of Excellence

DEAF C.A.N. is a non-profit Organization established in 1981 to provide services to the thousands of Deaf and hard-of-hearing people living in our area. DEAF C.A.N.! offers direct client services to individuals and families and community education and information for professional groups. DEAF C.A.N.! provides a full array of services to the Deaf & Hard of Hearing communities in southeastern Michigan. DEAF C.A.N.! is partially supported by generous donations from individuals, community organizations, corporations, and foundations.

We are so happy to introduce DEAF C.A.N, a top-notch service provider and interpreting service located in Sylvan Lake, MI.

 Deaf Community Advocacy Network Deaf C.A.N.
No Limits For Deaf Children

No Limits for Deaf Children

"No Limits teaches underserved Deaf children and their families the skills to succeed in school and life through its after-school educational centers and distinguished theater arts program, promoting advocacy and awareness worldwide." Their mission, vision, and values align to support the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing children and their families to succeed. Not just to get by but to find the joy of living out their full expression and full potential within themselves. That is a beautiful thing. Partnerships, sponsors, and community pour in tremendous life-giving support.

Children are the most amazing people. At ASL Picture Books, we believe they all deserve the opportunity and tools to thrive. A big shout out to Dr. Michelle Christine, Founder and Executive Director of this beautiful organization. 

National Association of the Deaf

The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is the nation's civil rights organization of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in the United States.

The NAD was established in 1880. It represents the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community on essential issues and at a national level. The NAD's advocacy scope is broad, covering a lifetime and impacting future generations in the areas of early intervention, education, employment, healthcare, technology, telecommunications, youth leadership, and more—improving the lives of millions of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Americans. 

The NAD is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Visit NAD for an extensive list of Deaf organizations and State Associations.

 National Association of the Deaf
Your Sign Language Resource

Your Sign Language Resource

The core of Signing Savvy includes:

ASL Vocabulary Dictionary Learning Tools - Course Materials - Community

MEMBERSHIP HAS IT'S BENEFITS and Plenty of Options:

Membership benefits are vast and valuable. View Sign information, Videos of ASL Sentences and Phrases, Enhanced Video, Mobile Member App., Create and Share Word Lists, Practice and Study With Digital Flash Cards and Quizzes, Practice Fingerspelling and Numbers, Handouts, Discount on tutoring, Rate options monthly, annual, and a 3-year plan. You may also purchase a gift membership, bulk, an educational institution, a non-educational institution, or a public library membership.

 

Sign Language Online with HandSpeak

Search ASL Dictionary • ASL to English Reverse Dictionary • Browse Tutorials • Phrases and Sentences • First 100+ Signs • Kids' ASL Wordbook • ASL Alphabet.

Sign language on this site is the authenticity of culturally Deaf people and codas who speak ASL and other signed languages as their first language. This site creator is an ASL instructor and native signer who expresses love and passion for our sign language and culture.

Sign Language Online with HandSpeak
Dr. Bill Vicars image

Massive Resources of Everything ASL

LifePrint, ASL University by Dr. Bill

Dr. Bill Vicars generously provides an unending wealth of material for FREE! You can self-study for free (or take it as an actual course for $483.) The ASLU Dictionary answers fingerspelling, ASL Lessons, a self-study schedule, videos, questions, and answers. Details on the production of a sign or phrase are impressive. See Dr. Bill on our Educational Supplement Pages! "There is much more to learning American Sign Language than memorizing signs. ASL has its grammar, culture, history, terminology, and other unique characteristics... Dive in and enjoy - Dr. Bill's"

Why should you use ASL Nook?

ASL Nook was founded by two Deaf people who come from hearing families.

The co-founders established ASL Nook after giving birth to a Deaf and hearing daughter seeming there was a resource gap for teaching new parents with Deaf children ASL where it was engaging to both the parent and child. If you are looking for authentic, real-life ASL, then look no further than here.

Why should you use ASL Nook image
The Learning Center for the Deaf Logo

The Learning Center for the Deaf

The mission of The Learning Center for the Deaf is to ensure that all Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing children and adults thrive by having the knowledge, opportunity and power to design the future of their choice.

We cultivated a diverse, bilingual, bicultural community where the primary language of interaction is American Sign Language (ASL)

Language First

Language First is a great organization that dispels myths about sign language. It helps parents, caregivers, teachers, and professionals provide d/Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) children early access to language and continuing education classes. 

 Language First Logo
Sign with Me Image

Sign with Me

Vision is to be a catalyst that bridges the communication gap between the Hearing and Deaf communities at large, raising the levels of sensitivity towards the deaf community and sparking a whole new generation of individuals interested in making a difference in communities other than their own.

Our Purpose

SWM provides an educational alternative to the traditional classroom setting. We teach the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) utilizing a combination of sign systems on a performing arts platform. In addition to our unique language programs, we offer premiere interpreting, consulting, and casting services in partnership with local agencies.

  • Stimulate interest in learning ASL.
  • Increase the number of interpreters in the field
  • Advocate for equal communication access for individuals who are d/Deaf
  • Promote bi-lingual, bi-cultural education
  • Raise awareness and sensitivity toward the deaf community
  • Create collaborative job opportunities for deaf and hearing educators, interpreters, and entertainers

Resume & Employment Guide for People with Disabilities

According to the Social Security Administration, there are over 8 million disabled workers in the United States. These workers often face stereotyping, discrimination, and a lack of accommodations. Thankfully, various legal protections and employment resources are available to help people with disabilities overcome these challenges and advance in their careers. Here, you'll find best practices for resume writing, laws that protect you from discrimination, and several other topics you should know about as a disabled worker.

Resume & Employment Guide for People with Disabilities
LEAD-K Family Services image

CA EHDI: LEAD-K Family Services

LEAD-K Family Services is the recipient of the 4-year federal grant starting in 2020 by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA-20-047). We now function as California's current Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI). Our centralized services focus on connecting families with their local school district, Early Start home visit teachers, parent mentors, Deaf coaches, and other supports as outlined in an Individualized Family Support Plan. We also work with the Department of Education, the Department of Developmental Services, and the Department of Social Services to ensure your family receives all needed services.

Intelligent

The internet is filled with garbage. Yet where do we go when we need answers? We're tired of all the garbage and decided to do something about it. So, we're sifting through it all to find the buried treasure. We're talking to experts. We're analyzing mountains of data. We're doing whatever it takes to create content that helps you live better.

Intelligent image
Hear Zero ASL Shop

Hear Zero ASL Shop

It's the heart of founder D'YANN ELAINE CROSBY to serve the Deaf Community in endless ways. Welcome to their online store! They feature the Top 40 "deaf-friendly" products that engage learners, support deaf business, and celebrate Deaf culture. Every purchase through one of our links earns SWM a small commission. Your support contributes to our SWM Scholarship Programs.

Classes

T-SF Sign Club Getting Started 4_png.png

Sign Club

Sign Club for Children is a thematic-based program that brings the joy of learning sign language to life through engaging monthly units. Each theme is carefully designed to captivate your students' curiosity while teaching essential communication skills and fostering inclusivity.

​

With interactive lessons that include games, crafts, and songs, this club transforms learning into a fun adventure. Whether for after-school activities, homeschool curriculums, or daycare programs. Get this at no-cost with a Pro Year Membership to ASLTeachingResources.com

​

Interested in learning more? Get the FREE Sign Club training.  â€‹

American Sign Language Made Simple by ASLMeredith

ASLMeredith is a certified instructor of ASL who teaches from the ground up. You can go from zero to conversational in just a few weeks. Learn the vocabulary and grammar needed to begin communicating—confidently!—using ASL.

American Sign Language Made Simple by ASLMeredith
Black Bear Healing Home Logo

Black Bear Healing Home's 5-class Course for Parents of Children Aged 0–5

Private sessions can be set up according to your schedule, either through Zoom or in person in Lanark County, Ontario, or West End Ottawa. You may inquire about weekend and evening availability.

My Baby Fingers

A fantastic selection of classes for all levels, including fingerspelling, conversation, baby sign language, and more! They also offer a sliding scale for families in need and special accommodations for persons with disabilities. Don’t hesitate to inquire about this!

My Baby Fingers
Fingerspelling 101 with Ashley Clarka

Fingerspelling 101 with Ashley Clarka

This is a fantastic course for beginners to get started with fingerspelling! Self-paced and affordable, it gives students lifetime access and a full refund if they are unhappy with the course within 30 days of purchase. A great deal all around!

BirthSmarter – Sign Language for Littles

This class is a fantastic introduction to baby sign language! Learn all about how to use ASL to boost communication in the first two years of life!

BirthSmarter – Sign Language for Littles
unnamed.webp

Start ASL has classes for everyone!

When learning ASL, it's essential to understand Deaf Culture and History. Start ASL is a trusted source for learning true ASL accurately. With their complete course, you'll learn ASL effectively and be able to confidently participate in signed conversations. The program focuses on essential vocabulary, proper ASL grammar, and the vibrant Deaf community to ensure quick and correct learning..

bottom of page