#ASL Insights: #Character Development in Motion Here’s another fun look at ASL #storytelling—featuring expressive character work, sound effects (my Deaf voice!), non-manual signals, and rich #depictions through action, movement, and #classifier handshapes. The #dragon is a favorite in ASL narratives. I’ve seen many young #storytellers bring dragons to life with creativity and flair. Recently, I explored terms like fire breathing and double-checked definitions using Google and Copilot to ensure a

Another ASL storytelling insight from my “pencil sharpener” series: I use classifier handshapes and non-manual signals to create sound effects—yes, even in a visual language! This is ASL—a rich, expressive language shaped by the Deaf and DeafBlind community. Dive in and enjoy the journey of visual storytelling! ASL in Motion: Pencil Sharpening Then and Now An ASL storyteller brings stories to life by layering expressive movements with facial expressions and gestures that mimic sound. From the cl