We recently purchased new supplies to
add pizazz to indoor recess!
Although we try to go outside for recess whenever possible, there are days when rain or freezing temperatures force us indoors. Along with playing board games and coloring, k-2 students will now have an opportunity to sing and dance along with music/movement Cd's and videos.
Since our school library books about American Sign Language are very popular, we decided to order a set of 'Signing Times' videos. These videos feature singer Rachel Coleman who created the series after her daughter, Leah, was born deaf and she had a desire to build a community of children who could communicate with her child. Each video features Rachel giving explicit instruction for signing several common words and incorporates them into a song. Clips of children using the signs gives viewers a chance to follow along and practice. Research indicates sign language is beneficial for children with all types of disabilities, including language delays and autism. Our hope is that students will enjoy learning sign language and develop a greater appreciation for people with diverse needs.
More snippets of 'Signing Times' videos can be found on You Tube.