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Top Thanksgiving Tip: Better Conversations Using Sign Language

Top Thanksgiving Tip: Better Conversations Using Sign Language

By Jillian Winn
Monday, November 25, 2024 (Modified from original published 11-25-2019)

Thanksgiving Sale 2024: Our Last Sale of the Year!

Thanksgiving Sale 2024: Our Last Sale of the Year!

By Jillian Winn
Friday, November 22, 2024

This Thanksgiving, we are thankful for your support! Use promo code THANKYOU2024 for 25% off 1-year and 3-year individual and gift memberships.
Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — Thanksgiving

Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — Thanksgiving

By Brenda Cartwright
Wednesday, November 20, 2024

This article is part of our “Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same” series, which highlights signs that look similar, but have different meanings. The signs discussed in this article include signs related to Thanksgiving: (1) Thanksgiving vs. Thank You vs. Very Thankful, (2) Native American vs. Deaf vs. Dorm vs. Home, (3) Family vs. Team vs. Group vs. Class, (4) Turkey vs. Pig vs. Dirty vs. Grass, (5) Potatoes vs. Irish vs. Duty vs. Pumpkin, (6) Green Beans vs. Last vs. Last (another variation), (7) Corn on the Cob vs. Sandwich vs. Eat A Lot vs. Picnic, (8) Salad vs. Here vs. What, (9) Pie vs. Cookie vs. Split vs. Split (another variation), and (10) Hungry vs. Thirsty vs. Full.
How to Fingerspell

How to Fingerspell

By Brenda Cartwright
Friday, November 8, 2024

Here are some steps explaining HOW to fingerspell to help you get started on your journey of signing.
Signing Money

Signing Money

By Brenda Cartwright
Sunday, September 1, 2024

Want to learn how to sign money? Read the article for a quick tutorial that includes variations on signing dollars and cents.
Living Loud: Marlee Matlin — Academy Award Winning Actress

Living Loud: Marlee Matlin — Academy Award Winning Actress

By Marta Belsky
Saturday, August 24, 2024

At age 21, Marlee Matlin became the youngest woman to receive the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role, and her star-power has shone brightly ever since. Read the article to learn more about this talented and inspiring deaf woman.
Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — Money

Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — Money

By Brenda Cartwright
Sunday, August 18, 2024

This article is part of our “Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same” series, which highlights signs that look similar, but have different meanings. The signs discussed in this article include signs related to money: (1) Money vs. Buy, (2) Cent vs. Think, and (3) Sell vs. Sold
Signing Math Equations

Signing Math Equations

By Brenda Cartwright
Sunday, August 4, 2024

Learn how to sign simple math equations by reading the article. See how to pay attention to your signing space for signing clear equations.
Chuck Baird and His Contributions to De’VIA

Chuck Baird and His Contributions to De’VIA

By Marta Belsky
Sunday, July 28, 2024

Learn about Chuck Baird, the "Father" of the De'VIA art movement formed by Deaf artists, and experience his creative and meaningful artwork.
Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — Animals

Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — Animals

By Brenda Cartwright
Sunday, July 21, 2024

This article is part of our “Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same” series, which highlights signs that look similar, but have different meanings. The signs discussed in this article include signs related to animals: (1) Animal vs. Have vs. Vacation vs. Day Off, (2) Horse vs. Rabbit vs. Cow, (3) Cow vs. Buffalo vs. President vs. Deer vs. Moose, (4) Pig vs. Dirty vs. Grass, (5) Mouse vs. Rat vs. Rose, (6) Duck vs. Bird vs. Tattletale, (7) Lion vs. Tiger, (8) Bear vs. Hug vs. Love, (9) Snake vs. Look vs. Spicy, (10) Mosquito vs. Nosy, (11) Cat vs. Expert.