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Which subject	No subject
What topic	American Sign Language: pledge of allegiance
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 8
Class size	20
What curriculum
Include full script
Check previous homework
Ask some students to presents their homework
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Add group activities
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Show correct answers
Prepare slide templates
Number of slides	5
Create fill-in cards for students
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: American Sign Language - Pledge of Allegiance

Grade/Age Group

• Year/Grade: 8
• Number of Students: 20

Subject

• No specific subject assigned (focus on American Sign Language)

Topic

• American Sign Language: Pledge of Allegiance

Objectives

• Students will learn the signs for the Pledge of Allegiance in American Sign Language.
• Students will demonstrate their understanding of the signs by participating in a group pledge.
• Students will create a personal reference card with the signs to aid in memorization and practice.

Materials

• Printable cards for each student
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and computer (if needed for video demonstration)
• Handouts on the Pledge of Allegiance in ASL

Lesson Duration

• 30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

• The lesson aligns with the U.S. national curriculum guidelines for language arts and communication skills.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to ASL	5	Briefly introduce American Sign Language and its importance. Discuss the Pledge of Allegiance briefly.
2	Demonstration of Signs	10	Teacher demonstrates each sign for the Pledge of Allegiance using clear visuals and explanations.
3	Distribution of Printable Cards	3	Hand out printable cards to each student to facilitate their learning. Cards should include space for notes.
4	Guided Practice	7	Students practice the signs together as a class, repeating after the teacher. Use cards for reference.
5	Independent Practice	3	Students practice in pairs or small groups, using their cards for reference and assistance.
6	Collection/Checking of Cards	2	Randomly check or collect the filled cards to assess student understanding without presentations.
7	Conclusion and Recap	2	Summarize the lesson and encourage students to practice at home. Explain homework assignment (to be completed before next class).

Homework

• Students are to practice the signs learned in class at home and complete a brief reflection sheet that describes their experience learning the Pledge of Allegiance in ASL. Students will submit the reflection sheet in the next class for a grade, but no presentations will be required.

Lesson script

Introduction to ASL

“Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to dive into the world of American Sign Language, or ASL for short. ASL is a beautiful language that uses hand signs and facial expressions to communicate. It is widely used within the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities.

Now, one of the things we will be learning today is the Pledge of Allegiance. The Pledge holds a lot of meaning in American culture, showing our respect for the country and what it stands for. Are you all excited to learn it in ASL? Let’s get started!”

Demonstration of Signs

“Alright, I am going to demonstrate each sign in the Pledge of Allegiance. Please pay close attention to my hand movements and facial expressions.

1. ‘I’ - Extend your index finger to point to yourself.
2. ‘Pledge’ - Place your dominant hand over your heart.
3. ‘Allegiance’ - With your dominant hand, form an ‘A’ sign and place it upright on your forehead briefly before moving it outward.
4. ‘To the Flag’ - Hold your non-dominant hand flat, palm up, and your dominant hand forms a ‘F’ shape, placing it on top of the non-dominant hand.
5. ‘Of the United States’ - For ‘United,’ cross your arms over your chest, and for ‘States,’ use both hands to make a ‘U’ sign and move apart.
6. ‘Of America’ - With your dominant hand, make an ‘A’ sign and place it in front of your chest before moving it outward.

Take a moment to let these signals sink in. Now, let’s go through them one more time, and I’ll explain any parts as needed!”

Distribution of Printable Cards

“Great job, everyone! Now, I’ll be handing out these printable cards. Each card will have the signs we just practiced listed on them.

As you receive your cards, please note there’s space for you to jot down anything else you think is important for your learning. This will be a valuable reference for you as we continue practicing.

Please make sure you have your card in front of you!”

Guided Practice

“Now that you have your cards, it’s practice time! I want you to repeat after me as we sign the Pledge of Allegiance together, using your cards for reference. Remember, focus on your hand movements and your facial expressions – they are just as important as the signs.

Let’s begin!

1. ‘I’
2. ‘Pledge’
3. ‘Allegiance’
4. ‘To the Flag’
5. ‘Of the United States’
6. ‘Of America’

Great job! Let’s go through it one more time to solidify it.”

Independent Practice

“Now, I would like you to find a partner or form small groups to practice the Pledge of Allegiance together. Use your cards to guide you.

Remember to help each other improve and provide feedback. Take a few minutes for this practice, and I will circulate around the classroom to observe.

Begin!”

Collection/Checking of Cards

“Alright, time’s up! Can I have your attention, please? I would like to collect your printable cards now or check them quickly.

I won’t be grading them, but I would like to see how you’ve filled them out. This will help me understand where we need to focus more as you’re learning. Please pass them to the front!”

Conclusion and Recap

“Thank you all for your hard work today! Let’s recap what we learned. We now know how to sign the Pledge of Allegiance in ASL, with emphasis on facial expressions and hand movements.

For homework, I want you to practice these signs at home. I'm also giving you a reflection sheet where you’ll describe your experience learning the Pledge of Allegiance in ASL. Please bring this reflection to our next class for a grade.

Great job today, everyone! I can’t wait to see how much you improve!”

Printables

Question	Answer
What is ASL an abbreviation for?
Why is the Pledge of Allegiance significant in American culture?
What hand do you use for the sign 'I'?
How do you demonstrate the sign for 'Pledge'?
What motion do you make for 'Allegiance'?
How should you position your hands for 'To the Flag'?
What do you do with your arms for 'Of the United States'?
How do you sign 'Of America'?
What should you focus on while signing in ASL?
What will you receive to practice the signs?
Why is it important to practice with a partner?
What will the teacher do while you practice in groups?
What should you do with the printable cards after practice?
What will you bring to the next class for a grade?
How did you feel about learning the Pledge of Allegiance in ASL?