Description Sam shares his perspectives, opinions, and advice for getting the most out of life as a legally blind individual. His well-developed videos include technology demonstrations, equipment tips, and tricks for assembling an effective tech tool kit. He demo’s and reviews many of the latest, cutting edge devices for the low vision community. He also… Read more The Blind Life
Seedlings is an excellent charitable organization that sells high-quality braille books and toys for children at a significantly reduced price than typical commercial programs are able to offer due to donor and volunteer support. I have purchased many Seedlings books for myself and have always had a superb experience with both their service and their… Read more Seedlings Braille Books for Children
For parents and caregivers interested in learning some basic braille in order to support their student, please consider checking out this fabulous and free digital learning platform that was created by the Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children, the Renwick Center for Research and Professional Education, and Macquarie University. UEB Online is a great place… Read more UEB Online
Have you ever wanted to learn Braille (the tactile reading and writing system for the blind)? Whether you are interested because: you have a friend or family member with a visual impairment you are a parent of a visually impaired child you are a teacher preparing to welcome a blind student into your classroom you… Read more UEB Prep: Learn Braille FREE
“Braille is knowledge, and knowledge is power.” (Louis Braille) Content Qualities Author: Russell Freedman Illustrator: Kate Kiesler Genre: Biographical Age Interest Range: 5+ (ANYONE) Optimal for Grades: 3 – 6 Guided Reading Level: S Lexile Level: 1000 Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Overall Tone: Inspiring; Hopeful; Motivational Scariness: 0 Note: Sensitive children may be upset by the… Read more The Story of Louis Braille
“Society frames people with disabilities as incapable of contributing. And yet, these kids treat me like someone with gifts to share and lessons to teach.” ― Haben Girma, Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law In 2013, Haben Girma became the first deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School, earning a Doctor of Law Degree.… Read more Haben Girma
Yes! Although they may need certain modifications to fully access digital video content, many blind and visually impaired people enjoy TV and movies just like everyone else. Some people with low vision may require an extra-large screen and a seat up front. Others who have no functional vision can still listen to the sound as… Read more Can Blind People Watch TV?
Introduction No matter who your students are, whether they are sighted, low vision, or totally blind, the two fundamental principles of teaching apply: 1) hold high expectations for them 2) develop strong, respectful relationships with them Look past their physical limitations to the brilliant potential inside, waiting to be unlocked by your tender loving care. This article is directed… Read more How to Teach Math to a Blind Student
Believe it or not, this magnificent painting was done by a totally blind artist! John Bramblitt lost his sight in 2001 due to complications caused by epilepsy. He can perceive some light, but that’s all. He cannot see any colors or shapes. Yet he discovered a revolutionary way to paint without sight. In fact, according to… Read more The Blind Painter
Did you know that all Apple devices come with built-in features that allow people with various types of disabilities to fully access them? Every single iPhone comes with many optional settings that, when enabled, allow a visually impaired person to use the device successfully – just like anyone else. A low vision user can activate… Read more Can a Blind Person Use an iPhone?