Author Archives: Melisa Matthews

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 […]

Art is a universal language of expression and a way to open a world of creativity. Providing creative opportunities for your child to include tactile elements is a way to make creativity accessible. Discover ways to make art experiences tactile and inclusive in your home. Creating art is more than the result, it is the process including […]

This short series of videos will help you begin to learn braille. These videos introduce the foundations of literary braille code: using the braille embosser and making braille including – letters, basic punctuation, and numbers. These resources also feature practice sheets, which serve as a valuable tool for reinforcement. After watching the videos, you can […]

We’re thankful you frequent the APH FamilyConnect blog to gather resources and instructional ideas, and to reflect on how to empower your child who is blind or low vision to set their expectations high and reach their goals. We understand, however, that while the APH FamilyConnect blog is a robust resource, it has a limitation—it […]