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Modeling Literacy for Parents of Children with Blindness

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Parenting requires significant modeling, and literacy is one area where you can model and share the joy of reading with your child. If you are new to blindness, you may be overwhelmed or overthinking how to engage your child with books, typically considered a visual activity. However, learning to adapt, incorporating braille, and making literacy […]

Executive Functioning as a Blind Worker

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Do you find it challenging to manage your time, stay organized with personal items, or keep your workspace in order? Do you often struggle to remember meeting times and locations or meet deadlines? If so, you might need support with executive functioning (EF)—a set of cognitive skills that help manage and organize your daily life. […]

Monarch: Thriving Beyond the Classroom

Posted on July 15, 2024 - 10:14 am by
Hands reading braille on the APH Monarch

APH is proud to introduce the Monarch, a revolutionary multiline Braille display transforming the information age landscape for blind and low vision adults. With its innovative design, the Monarch is not just a device; it’s a beacon of accessibility, empowering college students to thrive in universities where obstacles have hindered equal access. Imagine the joy […]

Finding Accessible Materials: The Louis Database

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The Louis database, known for its comprehensive collection of accessible educational material, is designed to support students who are blind or have low vision in finding accessible books. However, many families are unaware of this resource, and we are here to help navigate this extensive website with you. We are providing you with step-by-step guides […]

Homeschool: Preparing for Graduation

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Are you feeling unqualified to teach your child because you don’t have a teaching degree? You’re not alone. However, you don’t need to be a qualified teacher to homeschool. Homeschool curricula are crafted for parents like us without teaching degrees. Think of yourself more as a facilitator than a traditional teacher.  Remember, homeschooling is an […]