British Sign Language Week

Promotes the use and understanding of British Sign Language.

Activities:

• Sign language classes: Teach basic BSL signs.

• Interactive games: Use BSL in fun activities such as using flashcards with BSL on one side and their English word on the other.

• Storytelling: Share stories using sign language

• Lip-reading games: Students pair up; one mouths phrases while the other tries to interpret.

• Silent Activities: Engage in tasks without speaking to experience communication barriers.

• Poster Design: Create informative posters to display around school

• Social Media: Students record themselves signing short messages, sharing a sign of the day or use YouTube to learn songs.

School-wide Awareness:

• Host assemblies featuring BSL interpreters.

• Display BSL alphabets and common phrases around the school.

• Form tutors to spend some time learning basic signs like “hello”, “thank you” or teach the BSL alphabet.