What's Your DOB in ASL?
Learn how to sign your date of birth in American Sign Language by practicing number, month, day, and year signs, then introduce yourself.
Step-by-step guide to What's Your DOB in ASL?
Step 1
Gather your materials and sit in a bright spot where you can see your face in the mirror.
Step 2
Ask an adult to help you open a trusted ASL numbers and alphabet chart or short video.
Step 3
Watch the part of the chart or video that shows the ASL handshapes for numbers 0–9 to learn each shape.
Step 4
Practice each number 0–9 in the mirror three times so your hands remember the shapes.
Step 5
Practice making two-digit numbers by signing each digit in order and try signing the digits of your birth day three times.
Step 6
Watch the ASL alphabet section of the chart or video to learn how to fingerspell letters.
Step 7
Practice fingerspelling the name of your birth month in the mirror three times until it feels smooth.
Step 8
Sign your month then sign the day digits in order to make a month-day sequence and practice that three times.
Step 9
Add the year by signing each digit of your birth year in order after the month-day and practice the full date three times.
Step 10
Ask the video or chart to show the signs for HELLO and MY so you know how to start an introduction.
Step 11
Practice a short introduction by signing HELLO then MY then fingerspelling your name in the mirror three times.
Step 12
Combine your full signed date of birth and your short introduction into one smooth performance and practice it five times.
Step 13
Share your finished creation on DIY.org
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
What can we use if we don't have a mirror or a trusted ASL numbers and alphabet chart or short video?
Use a smartphone or tablet front-facing camera as your mirror and find a trusted ASL numbers and alphabet chart or short video from a library PDF or verified YouTube channel to follow the 0–9 and alphabet handshapes.
I'm getting mixed up when I try to sign two-digit numbers or fingerspell my birth month—what should I do?
If the two-digit signs or fingerspelled month feel jumbled, slow down and practice each number 0–9 and each letter from the ASL chart three times separately in the mirror, then put the digits together slowly before attempting the full five-repeat performance.
How can I change this activity for younger or older children?
For younger kids, simplify by signing only the month and day using number stickers and a printed 0–9 chart in front of the mirror, while older kids can add facial expressions, the HELLO and MY introduction, and aim to combine the full signed date and introduction five times smoothly.
How can we make the activity more interesting or shareable after practicing the full date and introduction?
Enhance the project by recording a short video of your combined full signed date of birth plus HELLO and MY introduction, add captions or creative backgrounds, and then upload the finished creation to DIY.org to share.
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Facts about American Sign Language for kids
👐 American Sign Language is a full natural language used by hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. and parts of Canada.
🔢 ASL uses different number formations for quick dates (like month/day) versus longer numbers (like years).
🔠 Fingerspelling uses a 26-letter hand alphabet to spell names and words—perfect for spelling your birthday month!
🧠 Learning sign language improves visual attention and memory—your brain gets a fun workout while you learn!
🗣️ You can introduce yourself in ASL by signing your name, your date of birth, and a simple greeting—practice makes it speedy!
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