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Learning Sign Language
by Susan Shelly and Jim SchneckA Division of Macmillan General Reference
A Simon & Schuster Macmillan Company
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inside front coverDEAR READER
fold-out back coverTHE COMPLETE IDIOT'S REFERENCE CARD
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To the brave, Deaf children who kept on signing through the age of oralism, despite the taunts and punishments to which they were subjected.©1998 by Susan Shelly and Jim Schneck
All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission from the publisher. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein. For information, address Alpha Books, 1633 Broadway, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10019-6785. THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO and design are trademarks of Prentice-Hall, Inc. Macmillan Publishing books may be purchased for business or sales promotional use. For information please write: Special Markets Department, Macmillan Publishing USA, 1633Broadway, New York, NY 10019.
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Note: This publication contains the opinions and ideas of its author. It is intended to provide helpful and informative material on the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the author and publisher are not engaged in rendering professional services in the book. If the reader requires personal assistance or advice, a competent professional should be consulted. The author and publisher specifically disclaim any responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of this book.Page iii
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CONTENTS AT A GLANCE
Part 1: Let's Start at the Very Beginning1
1 So, You Want to Learn to Sign
Let us introduce you to American Sign Language.3
2 Who Ever Thought of This Language?
How ASL came to be, despite widespread efforts to stop it.153 But, Is It Really a Language?
Is a Language without words really a-language? You bet.294 I'll Never Get This - Will I?
Suggestions and tips for learning and using ASL.41Part 2: Preparing to Learn ASL49
5 The Four Parts of a Sign
No sign is complete without four, basic components.516 It's the Little Things That Make All the Difference
There's much more to ASL than hand motions.59
7 Variations On a Basic Sign
There are various ways to clarify or classify a sign.698 ABCs and So Forth
Learn the American Manual Alphabet and the importance of fingerspelling.779 1 - 2 - 3s
You'll learn to count to a million in this chapter.85Part 3: Signs You'll Need to Know97
10 The Family Circle and Beyond
Family relationships can sometimes be rocky, but it's still good to know the signs for the people you love.9911 Home and Other Hangouts
Find out what makes the homes of Deaf people special, and the signs for common things found in homes.10912 It's Off to Work (or School) We Go
Knowing these signs will help you earn that promotion or advance to the head of the class.11913 Pets and Other Beasts
If it barks, roars, swims, or grows, we'll show you how to sign it.131Page v
14 Anybody Hungry?
Next time you want a burger with fries, you'll be able to order it in ASL.13915 Clothing Basics
Learn the signs for everything from basics to bangles.14916 Clubs, Celebrations, and Occasions
You'll be the belle of the ball once you've learned these signs for special events and etiquette.15517 Weather or Not
Weather affects us all every day; let's look at the signs for those climatic considerations.16318 Don't Know Much About Geography
Even if you're not good with directions, you'll be able to sign like you are.171Part 4: More Signs You'll Need to Know181
19 Time on Your Hands
This chapter covers everything from minutes to years.18320 In Sickness and in Health
Learn about the difficulties Deaf people encounter in hospitals, and signs for the parts of the body, illnesses, and emotions.19121 How Would You Describe That?
Blue or green, tall or short, nice or mean, big or small - you'll learn how to describe it in sign language.20122 Crime and Punishment
Learn about difficulties Deaf people experience within the legal system, and signs for things related to law and order.20923 Come and Worship
Find out why religion is important in the history of ASL and learn some signs associated with religion and spirituality.217Part 5: Fine-Tuning225
24 We're Not Done Yet!
It's time to look at those fun topics like prepositions and conjunctions.22725 Ask Me a Question
There are two basic types of questions in ASL; we'll show you how to sign both of them.237Page vi
26 Use It or Lose It
Tips for advancing in ASL, and a look into some of the subtleties and humor of the language.243 Appendix A Resources for the Deaf and for Families andFriends249
Appendix B "Did You Know That..."255
Glossary257
Index263
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CONTENTS
Part 1: Let's Start at the Very Beginning1
1 So, You Want to Learn to Sign3
What's It All About? It Depends on Who You Ask4
A Show of Hands, Please5
ASL as a Second Language7
ASL in Sports7
Poetry in Motion8
It Ain't the Only Game in Town9
High-Tech Breakthroughs11
The Least You Need to Know12
2 Who Ever Thought of This Language?15
How Does Deafness Occur?16
Prenatal Causes of Hearing Loss16
Childhood Causes of Deafness and Hearing Loss17
Inherited Causes of Deafness17
Hearing Loss in Adults18
Drug-Induced Hearing Loss18
Misconceptions About Deafness and Deaf People19
Talk About Being Paranoid!19
Oppression of Deaf People20
Early Efforts at Educating Deaf People22
The Great Debate Begins22
The Great Debate Continues23
From France and Germany to the U.S.A.24
Doing What Comes Naturally25
Uh-Oh, Here Comes Trouble26
From Bad to Worse26
The Comeback of ASL26
The Least You Need to Know27
3 But, Is It Really a Language?29
What's In a Word?30
What's So Special About ASL?31
When Learning the Language is Delayed32
Professional Advice Can Help - or Hurt33
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Signals in the Air34
Call Them Accents35
It's More Than Just a Language, Man36
Coming Home36
The Revolution37
The Least You Need to Know39
4 I'll Never Get This - Will I?41
What Will It Take?42
Using the Dictionary43
Siglish44
Sim-Com44
Not by Book Alone45
Helping Yourself45
Practice Makes Perfect - Well, Almost47
The Least You Need to Know48
Part 2: Preparing to Learn ASL49
5 The Four Parts of a Sign51
The Main Components51
Is That a "B," a "5," or a "Claw"?52
Location, Location, Location54
Here, There, and Everywhere55
Stationary Signs55
Speed and Intensity56
Up or Down, Right or Left?57
The Least You Need to Know57
6 It's the Little Things That Make All the Difference59
To Right, or Not to Right?60
In Your Face60
Facial Expression60
Eye Contact63
Body Language64
Are We Signing the Same Language Here?65
Sign Variation66
Get With It, Mom67
The Least You Need to Know67
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7 Variations On a Basic Sign69
Gender Rules70
Signs for All People70
Compound Signs71
Could It Mean Anything Else?72
A Bit of Clarification, Please73
Modified Signs74
Whose Car? Or Is It Cars?75
Possession75
Plurals75
The Least You Need to Know76
8 ABCs and So Forth77
The American Manual Alphabet78
Other Signed Alphabets80
When to Use Finger Spelling (and When Not to)81
Doing It Right82
The Least You Need to Know83
9 1 - 2 - 3s85
Numbers From 1-986
10-99 and Counting87
Oddballs91
Dollars and Cents92
Addresses and Phone Numbers94
Fractions94
The Least You Need to Know95
Part 3: Signs You'll Need to Know97
10 The Family Circle and Beyond99
It's a Family Affair100
Mom, Dad, Sis, and Bro101
They Call You What?104
Good Buddies and Others105
The Least You Need to Know107
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11 Home and Other Hangouts109
Our Home Is Our Castle110
A Day at the Beach114
Places That You Go Each Day117
The Least You Need to Know117
12 It's Off to Work (or School) We Go119
Vocations120
Things You Do and Use at Work123
The Great Halls of Learning124
The Least You Need to Know129
13 Pets and Other Beasts131
Hearing Ear Dogs132
Domestic Animals133
Wild Things134
Swimmin' Things136
Plants and Flowers136
The Least You Need to Know137
14 Anybody Hungry?139
Let's Stay In Tonight140
Let's Go Out Tonight143
We're Out of Milk Again!145
The Least You Need to Know148
15 Clothing Basics149
Just the Basics150
Outerwear152
Unmentionables153
Accessories153
The Least You Need to Know154
16 Clubs, Celebrations, and Occasions155
Deaf Clubs156
Birthday Parties157
Weddings158
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Holidays159
Thanks, I'd Love to Join You160
The Least You Need to Know162
17 Weather or Not163
Climatic Considerations164
Natural Phenomena166
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