A Message from our ASL Interpreter, Paula Dunn.
A Message from our ASL Interpreter, Paula Dunn.
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What is a disability?
What is a disability?
The American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a person with a disability as "a person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activity" (www.ADA.gov).
The American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a person with a disability as "a person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activity" (www.ADA.gov).
People with disabilities may look or act differently because of certain challenges they live with on a daily basis, but they are really just like everyone else. They have hopes and dreams, they love and feel, and most of all, they want to be accepted and included in society. Physical disabilities pose physical challenges such as hearing, seeing, or physical mobility, while disabilities related to the functioning of the brain may impair the way an individual is able to think, learn, process, or express themselves. Everyone has their own obstacle course in life, and for people with disabilities, flying through their obstacle course might involve different gadgets, and super powers that we hope you will learn more about through the activities on this page.
People with disabilities may look or act differently because of certain challenges they live with on a daily basis, but they are really just like everyone else. They have hopes and dreams, they love and feel, and most of all, they want to be accepted and included in society. Physical disabilities pose physical challenges such as hearing, seeing, or physical mobility, while disabilities related to the functioning of the brain may impair the way an individual is able to think, learn, process, or express themselves. Everyone has their own obstacle course in life, and for people with disabilities, flying through their obstacle course might involve different gadgets, and super powers that we hope you will learn more about through the activities on this page.
Download a Super Power Card and Virtual Scavenger Hunt by clicking the images below. Search the Festival website to complete them.
Download a Super Power Card and Virtual Scavenger Hunt by clicking the images below. Search the Festival website to complete them.
Learn about the Braille Alphabet
Learn about the Braille Alphabet
Braille is a system that enables blind and visually impaired people to read and write through touch. It was invented by Louis Braille in 1821 and consists of raised dots arranged in "cells." A cell is made up of six dots that fit under the fingertips, arranged in two columns of three dots each. Each cell represents a letter, a word, a combination of letters, a numeral or a punctuation mark. Below is the Braille Alphabet. Try writing you name in Braille by coloring in the dots that correspond to the letters in your name. Click on the image below for a printable PDF download of the Braille Alphabet and blank cell worksheet! Reference: www.brailleauthority.org
Braille is a system that enables blind and visually impaired people to read and write through touch. It was invented by Louis Braille in 1821 and consists of raised dots arranged in "cells." A cell is made up of six dots that fit under the fingertips, arranged in two columns of three dots each. Each cell represents a letter, a word, a combination of letters, a numeral or a punctuation mark. Below is the Braille Alphabet. Try writing you name in Braille by coloring in the dots that correspond to the letters in your name. Click on the image below for a printable PDF download of the Braille Alphabet and blank cell worksheet! Reference: www.brailleauthority.org
Stories Inspired by Student Artwork with Jessica Hayes Nuñez
Stories Inspired by Student Artwork with Jessica Hayes Nuñez
Jessica Hayes Nuñez holds her B.A. in Theatre Arts from Cal State Long Beach and has been a professional stage performer for over ten years. She has performed with many companies, including The Imagination Machine, Teatro Martini, the Laguna Playhouse, and 3D Theatricals. These days, while “Safer At Home” she spends her time writing songs to make her friends laugh and teaching virtual voice lessons.
Jessica Hayes Nuñez holds her B.A. in Theatre Arts from Cal State Long Beach and has been a professional stage performer for over ten years. She has performed with many companies, including The Imagination Machine, Teatro Martini, the Laguna Playhouse, and 3D Theatricals. These days, while “Safer At Home” she spends her time writing songs to make her friends laugh and teaching virtual voice lessons.
Learn The American Sign Language Alphabet
Learn The American Sign Language Alphabet
American Sign Language (ASL) is a complete, natural language that has the same linguistic properties as spoken languages, with grammar that differs from English. ASL is expressed by movements of the hands and face. It is the primary language of many North Americans who are deaf and hard of hearing, and is used by many hearing people as well. There is no universal sign language. Sign Languages differ from county to country. View the videos below to learn the ASL Alphabet and some simple phrases. Download a free printable ASL Alphabet chart from Start ASL HERE.
American Sign Language (ASL) is a complete, natural language that has the same linguistic properties as spoken languages, with grammar that differs from English. ASL is expressed by movements of the hands and face. It is the primary language of many North Americans who are deaf and hard of hearing, and is used by many hearing people as well. There is no universal sign language. Sign Languages differ from county to country. View the videos below to learn the ASL Alphabet and some simple phrases. Download a free printable ASL Alphabet chart from Start ASL HERE.
ASL with Saporito!
ASL with Saporito!
ASL with Saporito is a new YouTube series hosted by Vincent Saporito, who is Deaf, and is a teacher for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in Huntington Beach, California. He also teaches ASL to all ages, including a local College. He is passionate about using the Dual Language Approach (ASL/English as language separation) and loves ASL!
ASL with Saporito is a new YouTube series hosted by Vincent Saporito, who is Deaf, and is a teacher for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in Huntington Beach, California. He also teaches ASL to all ages, including a local College. He is passionate about using the Dual Language Approach (ASL/English as language separation) and loves ASL!
Fingerspell the Alphabet
Fingerspell the Alphabet
Signing the Colors
Signing the Colors
Create Your Own Superhero!
Create Your Own Superhero!
Make your own Superhero Cuffs
Make your own Superhero Cuffs
Create your own superhero cuffs made from toilet paper or paper towel rolls. Visit Kids Activity Blog or watch this video for step by step instructions.
Create your own superhero cuffs made from toilet paper or paper towel rolls. Visit Kids Activity Blog or watch this video for step by step instructions.
Click the image to download, print and design your own Superhero mask!
Click the image to download, print and design your own Superhero mask!
Dance Workshop With Robin Olive of Straight UP Abilities
Dance Workshop With Robin Olive of Straight UP Abilities
Join Artistic Director and Founder of Straight UP Abilities, Robin Olive, and friends, as she leads us in a fun dance routine!
Join Artistic Director and Founder of Straight UP Abilities, Robin Olive, and friends, as she leads us in a fun dance routine!
Reaching New Heights with Sidewalk Chalk!
Reaching New Heights with Sidewalk Chalk!
Use sidewalk chalk to create a city scene. Dress up in your super suit and have a friend or family member take your photo laying down above the chalk-drawn buildings. You will look like you are flying! Check out this photo by toutpetitpixel.com for inspiration!
Use sidewalk chalk to create a city scene. Dress up in your super suit and have a friend or family member take your photo laying down above the chalk-drawn buildings. You will look like you are flying! Check out this photo by toutpetitpixel.com for inspiration!
Sensory Craft
Sensory Craft
Even superheros need to take a time-out and relax. Learn how to make your very own stress ball! Visit krysanthecom or click the image to the right.
Even superheros need to take a time-out and relax. Learn how to make your very own stress ball! Visit krysanthecom or click the image to the right.
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