At YES THAT store, our mission is simple: to honor and preserve the beauty of American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf culture for generations to come. You know that magical moment when we all connect through ASL and throw up a spirited 'Y-E-S THAT' in unison? It's those shared experiences that fuel our passion. So, we've made something special just for you – a delightful pop-up book bursting with Deaf jokes and a meme T-shirt that proudly speaks to the Deaf experience. We hope you'll find something that brings a smile to your face and a nod of agreement to your heart. Come join us in spreading joy and embracing the uniqueness of Deaf culture– while rocking some awesome merch!
Introducing our very first meme T-shirt!
Inspired by a timeless Deaf classic joke from our pop-up book, this design features a close-up of King Kong's face as he becomes smitten with the lady in his hand. Drawn to her beauty, he expresses his desire to marry her through American Sign Language (ASL), signing "ME WANT MARRY," which in ASL structure translates to "I want to marry you" in English. However, in his excitement, his signing accidentally squashes the lady, as the ASL sign for "MARRY" involves clapping hands. King Kong and the lady in our design are Deaf, adding a playful twist to this hilarious scenario. Don't miss out on this unique and amusing T-shirt that celebrates Deaf culture and humor designed by the very same deaf illustrator from our pop-up book, Salvador Sanchez!
For washing instructions, please follow these steps to ensure the longevity of your unisex tri-blend T-shirt, composed of 50% polyester, 25% cotton, and 25% rayon:
- Turn the shirt inside out before washing and drying to protect the print from fading.
- If handwashing, avoid rubbing. Instead, use cold water and a gentle cycle. Do not bleach, twist, or iron on the print.
- Air drying is recommended for best results. Alternatively, you can use a low setting on your dryer and then hang it to fully dry.
POP-UPS
Dive into the world of Deaf jokes through visually stunning pop-ups and captivating Zap stories. Explore eight unique pop-up stories and enjoy illustrations by talented Deaf artist Sal Sanchez, including contributions from Deaf View Image Arts (De'VIA).
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September 24, 2023
Lizily
This is a super fun way for signers both young and old to learn about Deaf culture. Classic Deaf jokes have a modern day feel to them, the pop-up images are wonderful, and the QR codes that link to videos signed in ASL is a fantastic addition.
QR CODES
The book takes Deaf humor to a new level, presenting jokes in a multimedia format with QR codes for ASL videos. Scan the QR code on the book cover with your camera to watch the author sign the content from the book cover in ASL on video. This innovative pop-up book brings Deaf jokes to life, giving everyone a dynamic and immersive experience.
ASL SIGNERS
When viewing these videos through the QR codes in the book, you'll encounter a diverse group of ASL signers, including Leticia Arellano, Stella Curtis, Roberta Gage, Zamica Gage, Andaz Gage-Tsai, Shari Kido, Arlene Ngalle, Justin Perez, Hetty Rothenberg, Jennie Sivak, Joseph Tsai, Calvin Wilson, and the author, Becky Gage.
Will the author consider adding voiceover to the videos to encourage a wider audience to engage with this book?
That's a great suggestion; however, the author's primary purpose was to create the book for deaf individuals, similar to audiobooks for hearing people. The book is an authentic way to experience ASL signers without voices, following the bilingual approach of ASL and English. It provides an excellent opportunity to delve into the world of the Deaf, allowing readers to understand how they read and write in English while also expressing themselves through ASL. Enjoy!
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Who would benefit from this book?
If you're searching for a unique reading adventure, look no further than this captivating masterpiece, crafted particularly for individuals aged eight and up within the Deaf community. However, don’t let that mislead you, as this book is not exclusively for the Deaf community. It's an enlightening journey for anyone, including parents, teachers, and curious minds, eager to explore the fascinating realm of ASL, Deaf Culture, and literature. By immersing yourself in this book, you'll gain a deeper level of comprehension, regardless of your background!
