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Welcome to our collection of free Auslan (Australian Sign Language) printables, designed specifically for OSHC educators, primary teachers, and homeschooling parents. In today’s inclusive education environment, teaching children basic sign language is more than just a fun activity—it is a vital skill that fosters empathy, communication, and inclusivity. Whether you are running a “Voice-Off” afternoon in your After School Care program or introducing a Language Other Than English (LOTE) unit in your homeschool curriculum, these resources provide a visual and engaging way to learn.
Educational Benefits & Framework Links Integrating Auslan into your program directly supports the My Time, Our Place (MTOP) V2.0 Framework:
Outcome 2 (Children are connected with and contribute to their world): By learning to communicate in Auslan, children respond to diversity with respect and become aware of fairness and inclusion. It helps break down barriers between hearing and non-hearing communities.
Outcome 5 (Children are effective communicators): Children interact verbally and non-verbally with others for a range of purposes. Learning manual signs enhances fine motor skills and visual-gestural communication.
For Homeschoolers, this aligns with the Australian Curriculum: Personal and Social Capability, teaching students to recognize and respect the needs and communication styles of others.
How to Use These Resources in OSHC These printables are designed to be “Low Prep” for busy educators.
Sign of the Week: Download a new flashcard or coloring page each week (e.g., “Hello,” “Please,” “Thank You”) and display it on your service’s notice board.
Quiet Time Activities: Use the Auslan alphabet coloring sheets during transition times or quiet play. They are perfect for settling children after active outdoor play.
Incursion Prep: If you are having a guest speaker or an inclusion support worker visit, use these worksheets to prep the children beforehand.
Spelling Games: Use the fingerspelling charts to challenge older children to spell their names or decode secret messages without speaking.
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