Description:

Learn how to use American Sign Language in storytimes to broaden their appeal and make them more participative! Each session will focus on vocabulary on a specific theme and will demonstrate stories, songs, rhymes, and techniques you can use in programs for all ages. Your children are also welcome to join for the first 40 minutes.

At the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• List 3 benefits of signing with children
• Demonstrate at least 6 American Sign Language signs relating to the theme
• Identify at least 1 storytime song, story, or rhyme to use with signs on this theme

This session will be recorded and archived for those unavailable to attend live.

Presenter:

Kathy MacMillan is a nationally certified American Sign Language interpreter, librarian, author, and storyteller. 

Location: 

This webinar will take place virtually using Zoom. Instructions for joining will be emailed to those who are registered prior to the meeting. 

Cost:

Free

Accessibility:

If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to participate, please contact the organizer at least two weeks prior to the event.

Questions about the event?

Please contact the Continuing Education Consultant Tiffany Hayes