National Pizza Day: Turning Everyday Moments into Language Moments

Pizza night is about more than a favorite meal—it’s an opportunity for connection, communication, and shared language.

Everyday routines like choosing toppings, taking turns, asking for more, or signing all done create natural, meaningful language moments for Deaf and hard of hearing children. These moments don’t require special materials or perfect signing. They grow from interaction, visibility, and time together.

At ASL Up, we believe language learning happens best when it’s woven into real life. Mealtimes, play, errands, and family traditions all offer rich opportunities to build language, strengthen relationships, and support communication in ways that feel natural and joyful.

This National Pizza Day, we’re celebrating the power of everyday moments—and the language that grows from them.