Braille

Take a look at how Braille has changed over time and what new innovations make Braille different in 2011.

There are many kinds of Valentine's Day gifts ideas for the blind and visually impaired man in your life. Below are a few romantic gift ideas that are sure to put a smile on any man's face.

This is a brief overview of how the communication system for the blind got started.

If you are the parent of a child with a significant visual impairment, you may want to consider taking Braille classes so that you can engage your child in this unique form of communication.

This article give a brief description of how braille was developed, how the code works, how individuals who are blind or visually impaired read braille, and where individuals can learn braille.

Regular public libraries have a lot of information on a variety of subjects but I have listed three libraries that specialize in either business, science, performing arts or the visually impaired.

This guide is about the different types of technology a blind or visually impaired person uses for there everyday life.

When you celebrate your birthday on your own special day in 2009, keep in mind that this year also marks the 200th birthday of these famous men.

A review of several top end Braille Embossers for vision impaired individuals.

There are PDAs made just for the blind, but are they really worth the money? Learn their features, and decide for yourself.

Discover the Braille display, which allows blind users to read the text on their computer screens.

Australian author Michael Robotham has published two of the best mystery/psychological thriller novels I've ever had the pleasure of reading. His third book, due out in the US in June, should be just as enjoyable.

Eligible Library patrons can borrow Braille and specially formatted audio books without charge.

You've probably heard of the Braille language. It's widely used today by blind children and adults. But, do you know how it got started? Read this fascinating story today and find out!

North Texas dad Eric Ligon could never share his greatest passion of reading with his blind son until now.

i've developed some kind of patience, knowing things are good.

Slug, snail, sticky gunk and nasty funk 'tween your toes.

Losing my vision, and what it's like

Children actually are pretty smart and most people just don't give them enough credit. I bet another thing that you never realized is that children have actually invented several different things.

GW Micro understood that they needed to create something that would be like a touchscreen to the blind. The first step was to create a variety of buttons with Braille code written upon them.

A review of the Bumpyname Orbit Label.

Just like the sighted, the blind also have a need to keep track of the time. Because of this, watches for blind people are readily available. Find out where they can be purchased.

Blind people come up with a number of creative strategies to match their clothing.

Here are some good gift ideas for either the graduating and/or special person who happens to be blind.

Mr. Tom lays bare the wisdom of the ancients (He's nearly 64).

A Self-Portrait in Braille

If you have more than one child or send your youngster to day care, then you need Bumpy Name Orbit Labels. Find out why in this article.

How people lent their names to words that deight or disgust.

Meanwhile, a hundred and eighty countries produce paper money. They, apparently, can afford to vary the size of their paper money. They all make the effort to differentiate one bill from the others.

Learn five things the Internet has made possible for the blind.

As a totally blind computer user, one of the most common questions I hear from sighted friends, associates, or people I deal with at work is "How can a blind person use a computer?" In this article, I will attempt to answer that question.

Though there are many technological innovations which have improved our quality of life, perhaps none have had as profound an impact as the internet.

People who are visually impaired are known for their remarkable senses of hearing and touch. But is there more going on beneath the surface? Research suggests that senses do not become more sensitive simply in their own areas of the body and brain.