A Grab Bag of Texts in American Sign Language
Created in collaboration with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services ~ Northeast, this CD features the language talents of Cheryl Blue and Nancy Crane, who are both consultants with DHHS ~ NE. In addition to their introductions, there are 19 short texts on a variety of topics and in a variety of genres. Titles include:
- Cheryl's Personal Background
- Nancy's Personal Background
- Making Spinach Quiche
- A True Ghost Story
- Tainted Teeth
- Technology and Telecommunications
- A Visit to the Emergency Room
- Idioms in the Classrom
- Communication Tips
- Working with the Police
- Counted Cross-Stitch
- Interpreter Follies
- Long-Distance Pacemaker
- D.C. Driving
- Mistaken Identity
- A Daughter's Recovery
- Reunion Time
This project was specifically conceived for educational interpreters needing to pass national certification exams, but how do not get exposure to many adult Deaf people. It offers many opportunities for doing text mapping and interpreting from ASL to English.
