Time to Sign in the Classroom Teacher Guide: 12 Thematic ASL Lessons for Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms

Time to Sign in the Classroom Teacher Guide: 12 Thematic ASL Lessons for Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms

Time to Sign in the Classroom™ 12 Thematic ASL Lessons for Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms Help every child communicate, connect, and thrive—one sign at a time. Early childhood classrooms are filled with diverse learners—some verbal, some pre-verbal, some learning multiple languages, and some who need additional communication support. Time to Sign in the Classroom™ gives educators a simple, joyful, and effective way to bring American Sign Language (ASL) into everyday teaching. Developed by Time to Sign , this classroom-ready teacher guide transforms daily routines, circle time, transitions, and play into powerful communication opportunities—without adding stress or extra prep. What’s Inside This Guide ✔️ 12 thematic, child-friendly ASL lessons designed for ages 1–5 ✔️ Step-by-step teaching strategies for toddlers and preschoolers ✔️ Songs, games, stories, and movement-based activities ✔️ Built-in support for social-emotional learning and behavior guidance ✔️ Inclusive strategies for dual-language learners and children with special needs ✔️ Family engagement ideas to extend learning beyond the classroom Bonus: Complete Online Learning Included (QR Code Inside) Each lesson links to a full online learning experience , including: 🎥 A video lesson to play for children - 🎶 Music for the songs used in each lesson - 📄 Printable classroom resources - 🎓 Complete teacher training for the full 12-lesson program (on demand) Educators can watch lessons independently or play them directly with children, making implementation easy, consistent, and engaging. More Than a Curriculum This guide is more than a collection of lessons—it’s a bridge to communication, confidence, and belonging. When children can express their needs and emotions, classrooms become calmer, more inclusive, and more connected. Whether you are new to ASL or expanding an existing program, Time to Sign in the Classroom™ gives you everything you need to confidently bring sign language to life— one sign, one song, one joyful connection at a time.