To sign the word “species,” use the ASL sign for “type” by forming an “s” shape with your dominant hand and tapping it twice on the side of your non-dominant palm.

To sign the word elements, use the American Sign Language (ASL) fingerspelling alphabet to spell out each letter of the word: E-L-E-M-E-N-T-S.

To sign the word “regulations,” form both hands into a fist with the index finger extended and pointing outward. Then, use the index finger of your dominant hand to make a circular motion on the back of your non-dominant hand.

To sign the word “Illinois,” use both hands to form an “I” shape and then move them down and away from each other, while keeping the pinky fingers touching.

To sign the word “older,” use your dominant hand to make a “C” shape and place it on your chin. Then, move it down to your chest, keeping the palm facing inwards. This sign represents the concept of someone being…

To sign the word “seven”, use your dominant hand to form the number seven by extending your thumb, index, and middle fingers. Then, tap your middle finger twice against your palm.

To sign the word “firm,” use your dominant hand to make a flat, open palm facing down. Place your other hand underneath and use your fingers to gently pat the center of your palm twice. This represents the idea of…

Hold your dominant hand in a flat “L” shape with your fingers slightly spread. Place the tips of your middle and index fingers on the paper and move your hand forward slightly, as if you are signing the letter “S.”

To sign the word “piece,” place your dominant hand in a fist, with the thumb on top. Then, use your non-dominant hand to make a horizontal chopping motion across the top of your fist.

The word “lots” can be signed by using both hands to make a fist and then opening them up quickly, as if letting go of something.