Everyday foundations
Build comfort with fingerspelling, introductions, and a short everyday exchange through three guided prompts.
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Beginner · Unit 1
Everyday foundations
A short first unit for getting comfortable with fingerspelling, introductions, and a simple check-in.
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Activity 1 of 3
Fingerspell your namePractice clear, comfortable letter transitions with a name or familiar word.
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fs-[YOUR NAME]
Written cues
- Use the handshape references you trust for each letter; no letter diagrams are supplied here.
- Keep your hand in a comfortable signing space and move at a pace that feels clear.
- Pause briefly between letters, then repeat the whole word without rushing.
Practice steps
- Choose a short name or familiar word to spell.
- Try it once slowly, paying attention to each handshape.
- Repeat it at a natural pace and notice which transitions you want to practice again.
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Activity 2 of 3
Greet and introduce yourselfPractice a brief greeting and a simple introduction.
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HELLO. MY NAME fs-[YOUR NAME]. YOU NAME WHAT?
Written cues
- Let your face and attention match the greeting; signing includes more than hand movement.
- Use the gloss as a written prompt, not a word-for-word English translation.
- Leave a pause after your introduction so the other person has room to respond.
Practice steps
- Practice the greeting on its own.
- Add your name, fingerspelling it at a comfortable pace.
- Practice the complete introduction, then pause as if listening to the reply.
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A short everyday check-inRehearse a friendly question and a short response in a simple exchange.
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YOU GOOD? GOOD, THANK-YOU. YOU?
Written cues
- Use a natural conversational expression while asking the question.
- Keep the exchange relaxed and allow space between each turn.
- Follow an educator’s guidance for facial grammar and regional variation.
Practice steps
- Practice asking the check-in question.
- Practice a short response and return the question.
- Repeat the exchange as two turns, keeping your attention on the imagined conversation partner.
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