Signing Naturally 1011 |verified| May 2026

This write-up covers Units 10 and 11 Signing Naturally curriculum, which are part of the Level 1 "Units 7–12" sequence. These units focus on transitioning from basic descriptions to expressing nuanced opinions about people and discussing complex personal goals. Unit 10: Giving Opinions About Others

• Visual vernacular: The signer will spend 70% of the time showing the visual trajectory of the objects (glass spraying, hubcaps rolling).
• Collective responsibility: Deaf narratives in this unit often avoid direct finger-pointing. Instead, they use the "Should-have" non-manual marker (a slight head shake and puffed cheeks) to indicate regret.

: Be careful what you teach children; you cannot "un-teach" a skill once they’ve mastered it and decided to use it at inconvenient times. Grammar & Key Concepts signing naturally 1011

Lessons regarding attention-getting strategies—such as tapping the shoulder or waving in the visual periphery—taught me the practical etiquette of a visual world. Furthermore, the narratives provided by native Deaf signers in the video materials offered a glimpse into the shared experiences and history of the community. Understanding the values of the Deaf community, such as the importance of clear communication and eye contact, has given context to the grammar I am learning. It is one thing to learn a vocabulary list; it is another to understand why maintaining eye contact is a sign of respect in Deaf culture, whereas it might be considered intense or rude in the hearing world. This write-up covers Units 10 and 11 Signing

Good luck—and sign naturally.