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3 Episodes

This series presents stories and songs designed to help boost literacy skills for early learners. Every feature uses highlighted read along text, rich illustrations, animation, and interactivity to advance the plotline and build reading comprehens...Read More

2 Episodes

Babies and toddlers will be delighted by the surprises found in each episode as they engage in the game of "Peekaboo!" This series is presented in American Sign Language by Rochester School for the Deaf, is silent, and contains no English subtitle...Read More

3 Episodes

This series features black and white illustrations with color highlights, which appeal to infants. Episodes include animals, emotions, parts of the face, and other familiar sights in an infant's world. Based on the children's books by Stella Baggo...Read More

6 Episodes

This series educates students about peer pressure, self-esteem, and how to say no to using tobacco products. The six segments feature key instructional elements along with specific health and safety content that is appropriate for students. This s...Read More

Woman signs in front of a storybook cover of lots of turkeys looking up at a big turkey. Text on book cover reads, "10 Fat Turkeys."
5 minutes 12 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 4

These turkeys are up to some silly antics in this tale. One turkey swings from a vine, and another one struts on a boar. One does a noodle dance. Based on the children's book by Tony Johnston. This title is presented in American Sign Language by t...Read More

A group of people walk down a city street overlayed on a map of North America. Caption. You may be aware of the fact that there are 25 million people in the United States alone.
23 minutes 2 seconds
Grade Level: 10 - 12

Provides a basic overview of the culture of Deaf people and American Sign Language in the United States. Debunks stereotypes and provides information about national and international organizations of and for Deaf people. Lists tips and pointers fo...Read More

ASL
Book cover shows an illustration of a mouse wearing overalls falls alongside several decorated Easter eggs. Text reads, “Happy Easter, Mouse! By Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond.”
4 minutes 12 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 5

Who is hiding eggs in Mouse's house? Join Mouse as he goes on an Easter egg hunt. Based on the children's book by Laura Numeroff and presented in American Sign Language (ASL) by Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and Blind Deaf Mentor Program.

Woman is signing in front of a 2-page view of a storybook illustration of a red tow truck driving in the snow. Story text appears on screen.
3 minutes 40 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

Come cheer on the hardworking red tow truck. The mighty truck splashes and zooms through mud and rain to rescue a stalled school bus and becomes the hero of the day. This video is presented in American Sign Language by Rochester School for the Dea...Read More

ASL
Storybook cover displays a giant turkey wearing aviator goggles flying toward nine smaller turkeys. Text reads, “10 Fat Turkeys; by Tony Johnston; Illustrated by Rich Deas.”
5 minutes 20 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 5

This silly rhyming story about 10 turkeys teaches children how to count backwards. Based on the children's book by Tony Johnston and presented in American Sign Language (ASL) by the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and Blind Deaf Mentor Program.

Woman signs in front of a 2-page view of a storybook illustration of a zookeeper saying goodnight to an armadillo while other zoo animals watch.
9 minutes 42 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 4

It's bedtime at the zoo, and all the animals are going to sleep. Or are they? Who's that short, furry guy with the key in his hand and the mischievous grin? Based on the children's book by Peggy Rathmann. This title is presented in American Sign L...Read More

ASL
Book cover in Spanish titled, "La Luz de Lucía." Illustration of a firefly floating beneath pointy red leaves on a tree and above green, red, blue, and purple flowers below. Text reads, "Margarita Del Mazo. Silvia Álvarez."
8 minutes 22 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 5

Lucy is the youngest member of a family of fireflies. She wants to shine like all the others, but she’s too little to head off to light up the forest. Finally, one night, after waiting and waiting, it is Lucy's turn. She is ready. Based on the chi...Read More

ASL
Middle-aged man in business attire in an office setting. He faces camera and uses sign language, holding 1 fist up facing inward. Caption. School aged Deaf youth.
Deaf TV
Episode 2
34 minutes 11 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Episode of a Canadian television program, Deaf TV, which features an interview with Gary Malkowski, who made history when he was elected as the first culturally Deaf member of Provincial Parliament in Canada. He is well known for his advocacy work...Read More

ASL
Woman holds up fingers of 1 hand to form a bracket. She stands behind an illustrated black and white window with a moon hovering to her side. Caption. Goodnight moon.
Sign Language Storytelling
Episode 8
5 minutes 33 seconds
Grade Level: K - 5

In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. "Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room--to the picture of the three little bears sitting in chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to the ...Read More

ASL
Block letters A, S, L have the American flag across them. They appear over a C, G, I background of water and a blue sky with white clouds.
ASL Video Lessons
Episode 1
1 hours 4 minutes 19 seconds
Grade Level: All

Demonstrates American Sign Language by following the deaf members of the Robinson family through everyday life. Segments in Lesson 1, The Robinson's Home (Day) include: Good morning; Wake up; Breakfast; The lost dog; and The blue book. Includes a ...Read More

Medium view of a man standing in front of a beige backdrop on a studio set. He looks to the side with his mouth slightly open as he uses sign language. Caption. Or figure it out by working back and forth with the interpreter.
Teaching & Learning
Episode 9
1 minutes 21 seconds
Grade Level: PT/TT

Not every English word has an equivalent in American Sign Language, and teachers need to realize that students who are deaf or hard of hearing work with their interpreters on the spot to come up with new signs. Therefore, teachers need to recogniz...Read More

ASL
Woman faces camera and gestures in sign language, holding thumbs out with fists pointed down. Caption. With early detection, most women will survive breast cancer.
28 minutes 36 seconds
Grade Level: 10 - 12

Provides information for deaf and hard of hearing women concerning the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of breast cancer. Addresses these questions: What is breast cancer? What are the risk factors? Why is early detection important? How can we...Read More

An outdoor image of a house built over still water and surrounded by trees. Caption. Eventually found a new home in French-speaking Louisiana.
50 minutes 34 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

Neurologist/author Oliver Sacks tells the story of Danny Delcambre, a Cajun chef, who suffers from Usher Syndrome, a congenital condition where people are born deaf and then gradually lose their sight. Explores the nature of deaf culture and the r...Read More

ASL
Man uses sign language, index and middle finger pointing at camera, other index finger bent in and pointing right. Caption. When we say colon cancer or colorectal cancer? We should probably start there.
1 hours 7 minutes 39 seconds
Grade Level: 10 - 12

Provides information for deaf and hard of hearing adults concerning the description, risk, detection, and treatment of colon and colorectal cancer. Explains the difference between the two types of cancer, how a routine screening is performed, and ...Read More

ASL
Man in boxing ring, mouth open and gesturing. Caption. I said, Dad, stop! I'm tryin' to understand you.
1 hours 19 minutes 45 seconds
Grade Level: PT/TT

Features comedian/actor/writer/performance artist CJ Jones in a one-man show based on his life experiences. Reveals what it was like to grow up deaf and African American and in the shadow of his deaf Golden Gloves champion boxer dad. He confronts ...Read More

ASL
Woman stands in a home kitchen, smiling and gesturing out with both hands open. Caption. We knew it is especially hard for Deaf and Hard of Hearing women.
33 minutes 2 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12

In the United States, about 23,000 American women get ovarian cancer each year, and about 14,000 women die of this cancer each year. The average age of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer is 60. The risk of getting ovarian cancer increases as wome...Read More

Man in a suit signs with both hands. Title card reads, "Are All Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students Protected by the A, D, A?" Text on screen reads, "Disability equals physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. Physical impairment includes deaf and hard of hearing." Caption. Does the A, D, A protect all deaf and hard of hearing students?
The Americans With Disabilities Act
Episode 2
22 minutes 16 seconds
Grade Level: PT/TT

Part two explains the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and how it applies to postsecondary education for students who are deaf and hard of hearing. Viewers learn the differences between the ADA and other legislation, such as the Individuals w...Read More

Woman is signing in front of a 2-page view of a storybook showing Santa Claus coming out of a fireplace and smiling at a mouse coming out of a gingerbread house. Story text appears on screen.
6 minutes 42 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

It's winter, and Mouse is snuggled under the covers in her tiny, cozy home. Then suddenly, a fallen branch ruins her house. She must find a new home. With help from a cheery man in a red suit, she finds a place she can truly call home. This video ...Read More

Woman is signing in front of a 2-page view of a storybook illustration of a white yeti character and other characters playing outside. Story text appears on screen.
7 minutes 9 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

Everyone knows yetis love winter. They love snowball fights and hot chocolate and sledding and building snow castles. But even yetis get the shivers, and even yetis get crabby from all the cold. So here’s a secret about yetis: sometimes they miss ...Read More

Woman is signing in front of a 2-page view of a storybook illustration of a blue dog in a phone booth and a brown dog waving down a school bus. Story text on image.
7 minutes 22 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

This is a fun tale of dogs trying to get bones delivered to gophers but get stuck on their way. Many different types of vehicles come to get the truck unstuck, but nothing works. Finally, a tow truck comes along and saves the day. This video is pr...Read More

Color illustration. Top of a tall red hat with a white stripe at the bottom. Title card reads, "Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat."
3 minutes 25 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

Cow, Pig, and Duck think playing in the mud is great fun, but Mrs. Wishy-Washy doesn't agree. She tries to clean them up, but soon she realizes she shouldn't turn her back on the mud-loving animals. This video is presented in American Sign Languag...Read More

Woman grimaces with her right hand pointing away and her left hand out, palm down. Illustration of colorful fish in background and text that reads, "If you make a wrong turn, circle back."
2 minutes 56 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

This is a story about a deep love that is shared between parents and their child. Sharing wisdom from one generation to another is so important, and the parents of Adri, the painted rockfish, reveal some of the wisdom they have gained through the ...Read More

Woman scrunches nose and gestures with her hands in front of a backdrop of fall leaves.
5 minutes 55 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

Discover the magic and the science behind fall leaves from the initial color change from green to red, yellow, and orange, to the shedding of the leaves, and to the leaves crumbling as winter approaches. This video is presented in American Sign La...Read More

Woman smiles and gestures with pointer fingers up. Illustration of a leaning tower and pig in a yellow hat climbing a ladder in background. Text reads, "Maybe I could climb a tall ladder to rescue someone stuck in a very high place."
2 minutes 8 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

PiggyWiggy imagines just what he would do if he were a firefighter. With faithful Teddy at his side, PiggyWiggy slides down the pole in the firehouse, climbs tall ladders, and drives a glorious red fire truck. But what would PiggyWiggy do in a rea...Read More

Woman uses sign language in front of a drawing of a baby wearing red pajamas crawling toward a small white cat. They are in a white circle, with black and white polka dots around that.
Baby's Very First Black and White Book
Episode 1
3 minutes 15 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

This video offers high-contrast black and white illustrations of babies in familiar moods and environments, specially designed to appeal to babies. Images include a happy baby, a wriggly baby, and a sleepy baby. Based on the children's book by Ste...Read More

Woman uses sign language in front of a drawing of a white bunny with yellow ears inside a black circle.
Baby's Very First Black and White Book
Episode 2
3 minutes 12 seconds
Grade Level: Ps - 3

This video offers high-contrast black and white illustrations of familiar animals, specially designed to appeal to babies. Images include a cat, a duck, a mouse, a hen, a fish, and a cow. Based on the children's book by Stella Baggott. This video ...Read More

ASL
Man gestures in sign language on stage, touching thumbs together, hands flat and pointing in either direction. Caption. A butterfly in South America.
1 hours 10 minutes 8 seconds
Grade Level: All

Deaf poet and performing artist Peter Cook and interpreter/collaborator Kenny Lerner express poetry through American Sign Language and body movement. Contains selected poems and stories recorded from live performances during 1990-2002. Includes: "...Read More

ASL
Video screen shows a woman with blonde straight hair looking out and using sign language, touching a closed fist with thumb up to the top of the other hand. Text on image reads, "Deaf West Theatre in North Hollywood, California."
Deaf TV
Episode 3
22 minutes 12 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Episode from a Canadian television program, Deaf TV, that features interviews with four people whose achievements have made them role models for the Deaf community: Christy Smith, from CBS's Survivor 6, Amazon; Brent Pinch, Deaf hockey champion; D...Read More

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