Exploring Australian Sign Language Basics
An Introduction to Auslan Year 4 - Languages Learning to communicate with our hands
What Do You Know About Sign Language?
Have you ever seen someone using their hands to communicate? Why do you think sign language is important? What would it be like to communicate without speaking?
What is Australian Sign Language?
Auslan is the official sign language of Australia Used by the Deaf community to communicate A complete language with its own grammar and vocabulary Recognised as an important part of Australian culture
Why is Auslan Important?
Helps Deaf people communicate with family and friends Creates an inclusive community for everyone Preserves Deaf culture and traditions Allows us to make new friends and understand different perspectives
Learning Our First Signs
HELLO - Wave with open hand THANK YOU - Touch chin, move hand forward MY NAME IS - Point to self, then fingerspell PLEASE - Flat hand on chest, circular motion GOODBYE - Wave with open hand
Remember the Auslan Way
Eye contact is very important when signing Use facial expressions to show meaning Keep your hands clear and visible Take turns when communicating
Practice Time - Sign and Guess Game
Partner up with a classmate Take turns signing the words we learned Guess what your partner is signing Remember to use eye contact and facial expressions Help each other improve
What We Learned Today
Auslan is Australia's official sign language It's an important part of Deaf culture We learned 5 basic greeting signs Eye contact and facial expressions matter Sign language helps create an inclusive world