Articles by BRENDA CARTWRIGHT

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.
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.
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.
Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — U.S. States

Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — U.S. States

By Brenda Cartwright
Wednesday, April 17, 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 U.S. state signs: (1) Alaska vs. Hawaii vs. Beautiful vs. Pretty vs. Face, (2) Arizona vs. Twin vs. Twin (another variation) vs. Restaurant vs. Cafeteria, (3) California vs. Gold vs. Silver vs. Phone vs. Call vs. Why, (4) Colorado vs. Color vs. Hot (as in, "spicy hot") vs. Hot ( as in, "temperature hot") vs. Friendly vs. Cool (as in, "weather or low temperature"), (5) New York vs. Subway vs. Practice vs. Wash (as in, "washing a surface") vs. Train (as in, "the form of transportation") vs. Movie, (6) Texas vs. Detroit vs. Indianapolis vs. Rochester vs. Philadelphia vs. Kalamazoo vs. Flint vs. Chicago, (7) Texas vs. Need vs. Phoenix, (8) Washington vs. Oregon vs. Cadillac (as in, "the car") vs. Boss, and (9) West Virginia vs. Virginia vs. West vs. Wednesday vs. Right (as in, "the direction")
Name Signs: What Are They and How Does a Person Get a Name Sign?

Name Signs: What Are They and How Does a Person Get a Name Sign?

By Brenda Cartwright
Tuesday, August 29, 2023

What is a name sign, how do you use it in conversation, and how are name signs given? Read the article to find the answers.
Signs That Are Close... But Not the Same — Food

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

By Brenda Cartwright
Wednesday, March 29, 2023

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 food signs: (1) Breakfast vs. Lunch vs. Dinner, (2) Soft Drink vs. Tea vs. Vote, (3) Apple vs. Onion, (4) Water vs. Wine, (5) Eggs vs. Easter, (6) Turkey vs. Dirty vs. Pig, (7) Corn on the Cob vs. Sandwich vs. Picnic, (8) Hamburger vs. Cheeseburger, (9) French Fries vs. 99, (10) Cookie vs. Pie, and (11) Favorite vs. Taste vs. Lucky
Signing U.S. States in ASL

Signing U.S. States in ASL

By Brenda Cartwright
Thursday, March 9, 2023

Learn how to sign each of the 50 U.S. state names in ASL. Not all states are signed using the same method... some are signed by letter fingerspelling and some have an established sign. Read the article to learn the signs, finding tips, word lists and images to help!