Hot in Sign Language
Learn how to sign hot in ASL (American Sign Language). It’s a sign for safety and warm weather!
- Bring one c-shaped hand up near your mouth, palm facing in.
- Flick your wrist and face the palm out.
- At the same time, open your mouth and exhale some air, like something is hot on your tongue.
- This sign looks like you are taking something hot out of your mouth – maybe a hot potato! Use this visual to help you remember the sign.
Teaching Tips – to learn how to sign hot in ASL
- Basic sign language for babies helps them to understand their environment. Each time baby is near a hot beverage or too close to the stove, gently move them and sign “hot” at the same time. Eventually, they will begin to associate the sign with something to avoid.
- Sometimes the weather is hot – what are some fun things you can when it is hot outside? Get creative with water play or building a shady fort. Sign hot as you go.
Transcript:
Hot. Pretend that you’re taking something hot out of your mouth. Hot. Ooo! That’s hot!
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