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Sentences below help build reading comprehension. (Sentences are not ASL translations.)
Voice-overs are ASL translations. The transcription button is at the end of the description.
Video Titles
Links and sentences are listed.
At the Vet with ASL & Voice-overs (Same video with ONLY on-screen text, no voice-overs: Signing at the vet!)
Boundaries
Computer
Deaf Educator
Fishing with ASL & voice-overs (Also available with voiced TEXT NARRATION: “Fishing”)
Food & restaurants
Fruit photos
Helping others (describes charities)
Jars & Lids
Stacks & Piles
Store: The Container Store
Streets & paths,
Tips & Prints
Toys
LINKS AND SENTENCES
At the vet with ASL & voice-overs
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Hollin Hall Animal Hospital (vet)
0:05 using a stethoscope to listen to the dog’s heartbeat and breathing
0:20 a shot/injection/vaccination to protect the dog from getting sick
0:29 vaccination tool
0:39 checking the dog’s ears
0:46 parking lot reflected in window
0:57 cat and dog silhouettes on card
1:08 examining room
1:15 the sink in the examining room
1:23 “Cats leave paw prints on our hearts”
1:38 stethoscopes used to listen to heartbeats and breathing
1:48 scale for weighing dogs
1:57 animal cages that are used to calm animals
2:05 medical instruments
2:10 shelves with toys, instruments, files, medications
2:18 an instrument used at the animal hospital
2:24 a room called “the surgery”
2:32 another view of the room for animal surgery
2:39 machine to help the vet see inside the animal
2:47 an instrument that can be stored under a counter
2:54 x-ray machine
3:03 Credits: American Sign Language (ASL) presentation: Abbas Ali Behmanesh (Deaf), Teaching presentation, spoken presentation, photos, filming, editing: Chris Wixtrom, Producer and graphic designer: Alex Wixtrom
Boundaries
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Ali describes blocked bridge access
0:02 Ali describes a sheep by a fence
0:13 Ali mentions a sign by a school
0:23 Ali explains the sign “Reserved”
0:29 Ali describes a sign: - “No motor vehicles”
0:38 Ali describes three types of barriers
1:00 Ali describes a restricted area
1:08 Ali describes window bars and locked doors
1:19 Ali describes fences
1:28 Ali describes a sign about an area closed for construction
1:42 Ali describes an area closed for turf renovations
1:53 Ali describes a detour
2:01 Ali describes the word “captive”
2:11 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Computer
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Building a computer – Do it yourself (DIY)
0:07 Step one: Order the parts. Step two: Parts are delivered. Step three: Take the parts out of the boxes. (These are lightweight foam pellets, used as protective shipping material)
0:38 Various parts that will be used to assemble the computer
0:46 These are some of the internal components (inside parts) that will be put together to make the computer.
0:55 This is the front of the computer case that will hold all of the components (parts)
1:09 This is the back of the computer case.
1:16 These are CPU coolers. Only the one on top (that is larger and black) will be used in this computer.
1:25 These are large case fans for cooling the computer.
1:32 This is the CPU (the central processing unit). This is the “brain” of the computer that controls everything.
1:48 This picture shows the inside of the case. All of the components (parts) will be installed inside the case.
1:59 This shows the front and rear case fans. The front fan is being removed to be replaced by one of the larger fans.
2:15 This is the motherboard. It links everything (the memory, the video card, the monitor, and so on) to the CPU.
2:41 Here’s another view of the motherboard.
2:49 The CPU has been installed. Thermal compound is being placed on it to improve thermal conductivity for better cooling efficiency.
3:07 The CPU has been installed, along with the thermal compound.
3:14 The CPU cooler is being installed.
3:20 This is an action shot during installation of computer components. The picture is a bit fuzzy, particularly the hand, as it’s in motion.
3:30 The screwdriver is being used to screw in the CPU cooler.
3:37 Here’s another action shot during the installation. You can see that the hands moving the screwdriver are fuzzy, as is the screwdriver, which is also in motion.
3:47 The last screw is being tightened for the installation of the CPU cooler.
3:58 This is another view of the internal components.
4:07 The motherboard – with the CPU and the CPU cooler attached to it – is being installed in the case.
4:18 The screws are being tightened.
4:23 Here, the screwdriver is being used to tighten the screws.
4:28 Most of the internal components have been installed, prior to cable management.
4:41 In this picture, the RAM (Random Access Memory) is being installed.
4:47 This is a view of the RAM installation.
4:54 The RAM (Random Access Memory) has been installed.
4:59 This shows the back of the case, after the components have been installed, prior to cable management.
5:07 Here’s the finished computer, prior to cable management.
5:14 Here’s the finished computer, sealed.
5:21 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, ASL presentation: Abbas Ali Behmanesh, Producer: Alex Wixtrom
Deaf Educator
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Deaf educator: Read with ASL!
Look around! Everywhere you look, there are words! Just look around, and learn more English every day! Find words in stores, on planes, while driving, on your bike, when you go swimming – words are everywhere! Learn EnglishByEye!
0:30 Seen on a window in Washington, D.C.
“Using a pen and paper to take our order”
Writing restaurant orders
0:35 Seen on a window in Washington, D.C.
Neck cramps (hurting/aching neck) while talking side-by-side (looking at each other) for too long (a long time)
0:41 Seen on a window in Washington, D.C.
Whoever sits in the passenger seat, interprets for the driver:
The person sitting next to the driver helps everyone communicate
0:51 Here is a work of art created by Deaf sculptor, Douglas Tilden. It’s called “The Young Acrobat”. An acrobat balances well.
1:11 Here’s a tote bag, printed with “I (heart) ASL”. That means: “I love American Sign Language!”
1:21 Magazines usually contain a variety of articles & ads. Here are some issues: Reader’s Digest, The Endeavor (American Society for Deaf Children/ASDC), DeafLife
1:34 This is a “bumper sticker” that has been put on the back of a car. The words mean: Be happy today. We should be thankful for this good day that is a gift from above. (“compliments of” : a free gift from someone)
1:42 This bumper sticker is on the back of a car. It recommends busying fresh, local products.
1:49 Vote! Express your opinion about leaders, laws and government.
2:03 Did the person who adopted the pet save the pet? Or did the pet save the person from loneliness?
2:18 This gravestone says, “Here lies a good old soul killed by some cruel wrong.” This tombstone was unearthed near a river. (Unearthed: Discovered!)
2:43 “I’ve got your back” usually means, “I support you, I promise to help you and protect you.” But what does it mean in THIS picture?
2:59 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, ASL presentation: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Fishing with ASL & voiceovers!
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Fishing intro: Two ways to fish
0:26 Walking out on the pier
0:36 Looking at the sunset from the pier
0:43 A fisherman reeling in a fish
0:53 On the pier, looking another direction
1:02 Fishing reel
1:11 Fish on fishing line
1:17 Taking the hook out
1:25 Another view of the setting sun
1:31 Bait on the hook
1:40 A fishnet
1:57 Throwing the net
2:10 Getting ready to throw the net
2:16 Shape of the pier
2:35 Reeling something in
2:41 Catching a tiny little fish
2:49 The hill looks like a porcupine
3:10 Net in the water
3:22 Bringing up the net
3:30 Tackle box
3:40 Uprooted tree roots look like arms
3:58 A danger sign
4:35 The setting sun and a danger sign
4:47 Warning sign about fishing pier regulations
5:08 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh, Voice-over: Lynne D. Smith, Editors: Alex Wixtrom, Don Parnell, Producer: Chris Wixtrom
Food & restaurants
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 [Image: box of frosted lemon cookies]
Fresh look: The picture on the box has changed – Same homestyle goodness: The cookies still taste like homemade!
0:15 [Image: packages of candy labeled “That 50’s Mix” “That 60’s Mix” “That 70’s Mix”]
Favorite candies from times past!
0:21 [Image: two table signs]
Chevy’s (restaurant) Fresh Mex ® Toasted Coconut Cajeta Sundae (on ad: Stare. Drool. Order.)
0:29 [Image: a table sign]
Chevy’s (restaurant) serves Mexican food. These tacos are called “kickin’ chicken” because they’re spicy!
0:36 [Image: a table sign]
Oh, yeah, and we’ve got a kickin’ dessert, too! (Delicious!) Brand: Chevy’s ™
0:43 [Image: huge “Petra Grill” banner ad near the ceiling, with a list of menu items: Gyro, Kabob, Falafel, Shawerma, Sandwiches, Fresh Salads, Vegetarian Selections]
Grilled food, fresh salads and more at Petra Grill. Catering available: Food for a large group, delivered/served
0:49 [Image: plastic basket on small shelf with sign above]
Chipotle ™ (restaurant). Please do not discard plastic baskets.
0:58 [Image: sign with a recycling symbol and the words: One step towards a smaller footprint]
Chipotle ™ (restaurant): We recycle glass & plastic, so you can, too. Just drop your glass & plastic bottles into the container next to this trash can. That’s all it takes to make a difference. (“make a difference” = improve the world)
1:09 [Image: Large bin of potatoes with message on the side: POTATOES -GOODNESS UNEARTHED]
What does “unearthed” mean? It means something seemed hidden, but it was found. (unearthed: Discovered!)
1:16 [Image: Inside display wall with sign: Firehouse Subs. Underneath is a shelf with a framed picture and a framed award, and some toy firefighting vehicles. Under the shelf are hooks with fire fighters’ helmets and work coats. In front: a table and chairs]
Firehouse Subs is a restaurant. It supports donations to charitable organizations.
1:30 Sign on the wall: “Firehouse Subs: Where heroes are made!” This is a little joke with a double meaning. “Heroes” are life savers. And a “sub” sandwich can be called a “hero.”
1:47 [Image: Stack of kids’ plastic firefighter’s helmets beside a few stacked sandwich boxes]
Kids can get a firefighters’ helmet at Firehouse Subs.
1:56 [Image: Plastic tray near a sign: “Toss the trash, save the trays”]
Toss (throw out) the trash. Save (keep) the plastic trays. (Seen at Firehouse Subs)
2:09 [Image: table sign] Firehouse Subs, Order online now. Satisfy your cravings sooner: Pre-order at FirehouseSubs.com
2:19 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Fruit photos
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Ali describes a food label about mandarin oranges
0:09 Ali describes “Edible Arrangements” ®
0:18 Ali describes a food label
0:32 Ali describes a label about “Hand-picked Goodness”
0:58 Ali describes a food label about a “Heart-Healthy Lifestyle!”
1:11 Ali describes a food label about kiwifruit
1:18 Ali describes a plate of fruit
1:33 Ali describes a food label about cans of diced peaches
1:45 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Helping others
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Deaf presenter, Ali, describes the My Life Pictionary book about multiple-meaning words, which was designed to help Deaf children with reading
0:27 Ali describes “donations” and lists charitable organizations
0:36 Ali describes how the American Red Cross encourages people to give blood to help others
0:43 Ali describes how the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies and tells how a car company donated vans to help the American Red Cross.
0:52 Ali explains how the American Red Cross helps people who need help because of disasters.
1:01 Ali explains the meaning of the idiom “Think outside the gift-wrapped box” and describes the work of the Heifer Project charitable organization
1:10 Ali describes the charitable work of the organization, Dress for Success
1:22 Ali describes the charitable work of the organization, Feeding America
1:31 Ali describes the charitable work of the organization, The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
1:46 Ali describes how Firehouse Subs will help you raise funds for your organization
2:02 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Jars & Lids
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Jars and lids
0:13 Jars and lids. We put things in jars. We open jars and take things out.
0:22 These are lids. There’s a lid for each jar.
0:26 The jars are open. The lids are off.
0:31 Here are two jars. One is transparent. (You can see through it!) One is opaque. (You can’t see into it.) The jars each have lids. The lids are on.
0:42 Oops! The lids are askew! (They are not on the right way.)
0:50 The door is ajar. (It’s open just a little.)
0:54 Here’s a jar. It’s got a lid. The lid’s on. What’s in the jar? There’s candy in the jar.
1:02 Here’s a jar with the lid off.
1:06 There’s a jumble of candy in the jar.
1:10 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Stacks & Piles
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Stacks & Piles
0:08 Bricks stacked (to make a wall)
A pile of bricks
0:18 (Full) boxes stacked in a cart
(Empty) boxes piled in a cart
O:25 Sticks stacked up for firewood
Sticks tossed in a pile by a tree
0:32 Candy stacked on shelves
Candy piled in a bin
O:39 Towels stacked on shelves
DVDs piled up in a bin
0:47 Baskets of candy lined up on shelves
Kids’ cups piled in a bin
0:57 Kayaks (boats) stacked on a rack
A pile of snow in a parking lot
1:04 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Store: The Container Store
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Deaf ASL presenter, Ali, describes things in a store
0:20 Ali describes: “A career is a job with a future!”
0:29 Ali describes a store with things people can use for organizing
0:40 Ali explains how a “gift card” works
0:58 Ali describes how luggage helps travelers
1:08 Ali describes collapsible, wheeled luggage bags
1:24 Ali explains that “an adventure” is an exciting new experience, and how having good luggage helps when traveling
1:42 Ali explains that the idiom, “hooked on” something, means how people feel when they really like something.
1:50 Ali mentions that in this store, there are many types of hooks that people can use to hang things on
1:55 Ali describes a “ball claw” that holds sports balls on a wall
2:00 Ali describes how a “ball claw” holds three types of sports balls
2:09 Ali describes how a bicycle is hanging on a wall hook
2:14 Ali describes how a wall rack holds up a set of golf clubs
2:21 Ali describes an “over the door” coat and hat rack
2:32 Ali describes the meaning of “storage”
2:41 Ali explains what little “gadgets” are and how they can be used to help you with solutions for some big problems
2:49 Ali explains how to use door and wall racks
2:57 Ali explains that there are things in this store you can buy to use when you are camping. He also explains the meaning of the idiomatic question: “Are you a happy camper?”
3:09 Ali explains two idiomatic meanings of “Contain yourself”
3:31 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Streets & paths
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Street, roads, paths, bridges & walkways
0:02 This is a street, which may also be called a road. A food cart is parked on the shoulder.
0:13 This road has 3 lanes. Up ahead, the center lane is closed.
0:23 This is a road near a park. The road splits (divides) into two roads. This is called “a fork in the road.”
0:31 The road splits in two directions. Warning sign: NO TRUCKS OR COMMERCIAL VEHICLES IN PARK AREA
0:43 This road is a one-lane bridge over a creek. Cars have to take turns going across the bridge, one at a time.
0:54 Road signs give information. This one says, “Stop.”
1:02 Speed humps remind us to slow down.
1:07 This speed hump helps cars slow down.
1:14 Cross the street at the crosswalk. Sometimes there is a button to push to help you cross.
1:34 The “Dead End” sign indicates (shows/lets you know) that the street doesn’t “go through to” (intersect with/cross) other streets.
1:39 Sometimes, you may like to walk or hike on a path through the woods.
1:45 The dog is sitting on the sidewalk, near the water meter and the curb.
1:51 This is a sidewalk through a grassy area.
1:58 The log bridges – or “connects” – two rocks.
2:04 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesj
Tips & Prints
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Q-tips can be used in various ways. Pencil tips may be sharp, dull, or flat.
0:12 Q-tips: For cleaning … Other tips:
1. Tips: pencil tips may be sharp, dull, or flat.
2. Tips: small bits of advice (helpful ideas)
3. Tips: we give tips at restaurants
4. Tips: offering secret information
0:42 Footprints on the beach, footprints in the sand
0:54 Dog paw-prints in the snow, footprints in the snow
1:01 These are “horseshoes” from various animals: Clydesdale, horse, pony.
1:11 Horse’s hoof-prints in the grass, stickers of paw prints
1:24 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Toys
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Ali signs a description of “Castle Blocks.”
0:08 Ali signs a description of a wooden construction set.
0:14 Ali signs a description of a “Fire Chief Role Play Set” with a jacket, helmet, badge, fire extinguisher, and a bullhorn.
0:32 Ali signs a description of a “Construction Worker Role Play Set” with a vest with a tool belt, a hard hat, goggles, a hammer, a saw, and a name tag.
0:57 Ali signs a description of a “Princess Role Play Set” with a gown, a fancy jeweled crown, and a wand.
1:11 Ali signs a description of a “Motorized Pottery Wheel” toy set.
1:18 Ali signs a description of some of the pieces in the 100-piece “Motorized Pottery Wheel” kit.
1:28 Ali signs a description of the packaging text: “Create your own pottery! Shape it, paint it, decorate it.”
1:38 Ali signs a description of items in the pottery kit.
1:50 Ali signs information about what is in a Fire Fighter Building Set. He explains, “You can build firefighting vehicles, like a fire truck or a helicopter!”
2:07 Ali describes a “Thrill Master Speedway” kit for racing toy cars.
2:17 Credits: Teaching design: Chris Wixtrom, Deaf ASL presenter: Abbas Ali Behmanesh
Vet: Signing at the vet!
Sentences are related reading opportunities, not ASL translations.
0:00 Hollin Hall Animal Hospital (vet)
0:05 using a stethoscope to listen to the dog’s heartbeat and breathing
0:20 a shot/injection/vaccination to protect the dog from getting sick
0:29 vaccination tool
0:39 checking the dog’s ears
0:46 parking lot reflected in window
0:57 cat and dog silhouettes on card
1:08 examining room
1:15 the sink in the examining room
1:23 “Cats leave paw prints on our hearts”
1:38 stethoscopes used to listen to heartbeats and breathing
1:48 scale for weighing dogs
1:57 animal cages that are used to calm animals
2:05 medical instruments
2:10 shelves with toys, instruments, files, medications
2:18 an instrument used at the animal hospital
2:24 a room called “the surgery”
2:32 another view of the room for animal surgery
2:39 machine to help the vet see inside the animal
2:47 an instrument that can be stored under a counter
2:54 x-ray machine
3:03 Credits: American Sign Language (ASL) presentation: Abbas Ali Behmanesh (Deaf), Teaching presentation, spoken presentation, photos, filming, editing: Chris Wixtrom, Producer and graphic designer: Alex Wixtrom