This article includes general strategies for building the foundation for literacy, as well as suggestions for creating books for young children who are blind or visually impaired.
Tips for teaching dual media (braille and print) to students with visual impairments
This book from NFB offers practical strategies and an instructional framework for teaching dual media learners, or students with low vision who use both print and braille as literacy media.
Audio-assisted reading allows students with print disabilities to focus on comprehension.
In this activity, dual media students match braille labels to the print text on signs.
These forms were created to document print recommendations for students with low vision.
Interviewing others is a great way to practice ECC skills, such as career exploration, while also developing writing skills.
Teach children who are blind or visually impaired about safety and the role of the police using this literacy skills kit, using ECC (Expanded Core Curriculum) and building a foundation for braille literacy
An exploration of tactile illustrations and tips to make meaningful tactile experience books for young children who are blind or visually impaired
An overview of assistive technology for students who are blind or visually impaired, including those with additional disabilities