American Sign Language ( ASL ) for the Deaf Lesson 3a
By Elaine Ernst Schneider
Family
 Father |
 Mother |
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 Baby |
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 Sister |
 Brother |
Now let’s learn the signs has and have.
 “S” Hands for ‘HAS’ (SE) |
 “V” hands for ‘HAVE’ (SE) |
Have |
| Sign | Description of Action |
| . | |
| baby | Cradle an imaginary baby in arms, the right arm lying on top of the underside of the left arm. |
| brother | Use the right hand to touch the forehead with the index finger. Then bring the index fingers of both hands together, palms facing down and fingers facing forward, touching them twice to indicate sameness. |
| father | Place the thumb of right open hand (fingers spread) in middle of forehead. |
| has (SE) | “S” hands rest on chest to indicate possession. |
| have (ASL) | Place fingertips of both hands, palms bent back toward wrists, on the chest to indicate possession. |
| have (SE) | Place “V” fingers of both hands on the chest to indicate possession. |
| mother | Place the thumb of right open hand (fingers spread) in middle of chin. |
| sister | Using a right “d” hand, touch the right cheek near the mouth. Then bring the right “d” hand down to meet the left “d” hand, palms down and fingers pointing forward, touching them twice to indicate sameness/similarity. |
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This collection also includes ASL signs for Aunt, Uncle, Cousin, Baby, Son, Daughter, Parents, and Children, ensuring a well-rounded introduction to family-related vocabulary. Each worksheet features clear illustrations and step-by-step signing instructions, making it easy for learners to recognize, understand, and practice each sign. Whether used in classroom activities, homeschooling, or independent study, these worksheets offer an engaging and effective way to strengthen ASL communication skills while learning words that connect families.
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