Braille Articles
Beginning Braille Skills
Like print readers, braille readers also need exposure to reading materials at an early age but there are other special considerations to take into account. Here's what you can do now to help get your baby off to a great start...
Teach Yourself Braille
Maybe your child is just getting ready to begin learning Braille or maybe your blind infant is years away from phonics lessons but you want to get a head start. Whatever the reason, as the parent of a blind child you're going to need to know Braille. Braille is difficult, but it's not impossible to teach yourself. Here are my Top Ten Tips to help get you started...
Make Your Own Braille Bag!
Are you looking for a cute and personalized bag for your little one? Do you want to introduce your child (and their friends) to braile? Well, we've got a project that's so easy you'll wonder why you didn't think of it yourself! Here's the how-to...
APH Word Association Print/Braille Labels
These wonderful Print/Braille labels from the American Printing House for the blind (APH) will help you introduce Braille to your blind or visually impaired child.
Word Games
Word games are a fun way to encourage your child to think about language and sounds. Here are some ways you can use simple games to help your child with phonics and Braille awareness.
Print and Braille Name Labels!
Are you trying to teach your child Braille? Or maybe you just need to label your child's things? BumpyName has an innovative solution. They've created personalized, reusable, not to mention virtually indestructible, name band labels. These bands can be placed on cups, bottles, or even your wrist!
Make Your Own Braille Clock!
Are you looking for a fun and inventive gift to make for a friend? Or maybe you just want to have some crafty fun with your kids? Here's our idea for a beautiful Braille Clock - and you'll be amazed at how easy it is!
House Approves Braille Coin
On February 28th, 2006, the House approved a bill for the development of a commemorative Braille silver dollar. Read more here...
Braille Letters from Santa!
Your children can receive Braille letters from Santa this Christmas! Here's how...