Braille is Reading and Writing: Language Experience
Example of braille writing lesson using language experience for young dual media learner who is also ESL or ELL (English Language Learner)
Example of braille writing lesson using language experience for young dual media learner who is also ESL or ELL (English Language Learner)
Practical hands-on strategies to teach students with CVI to write letters of the alphabet
This fun hands-on activity is a great way to help sighted classmates learn about the braille code!
Therese Wilkomm shares a video demonstration of a simple assistive technology device she has created, which enables people with visual impairments to scan & read documents using a portable stand & app
My son, who is deafblind, is learning to play the game of chess using an accessible board. It’s a fun way to practice braille literacy skills for kids who are blind or visually impaired.
Students with CVI (cortical visual impairment) may benefit from backlighting of AAC (Augmentative Alternative Communication) systems, as it can help them to facilitate visual attention.
This fall holiday craft for students who are blind or visually impaired includes extension activities related to literacy, language, science, and technology.
Our book club for students who are blind or visually impaired read “Squint” by Shelley Brown. A 5th grade student with albinism shares his video review.
Learn how to make your own toddler-size lap desk to support an iPad, light box, book or other toys and materials!
Interactive read-alouds, combined with a story box, make books accessible for all students. Using the Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson is a fun way to combine learning and play.