Preschoolers

As the parent of a preschooler who is blind or has low vision, you’re facing a whole new set of questions.

Important Play Skills for your Preschooler with Blindness or Low Vision

Here you will find tips and insights for making play accessible and enriching for preschoolers with visual impairments. This resource guides parents on adapting toys, crafting stimulating play environments, and choosing activities that foster skill development and social interaction. It emphasizes the pivotal role of play in a child’s early learning and the special considerations […]

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Skills for your Preschooler Who is Visually Impaired: Developmental

Children are sponges that continue to learn and develop quickly! Now is the time to begin exposing your child to many different learning opportunities and experiences. We offer resources tailored for parents of preschoolers who are blind or have low vision, as develop may look different for them. This section focuses on essential developmental skills […]

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Self-Care Skills for a Preschooler with Blindness or Low Vision

Your child may be ready for more advanced self-care skills and tasks. Encouraging your child to work on skills such as feeding, cooking, dressing, and caring for their bodies will empower them to be independent. There is a balance as a parent between teaching your child a skill and transferring that learning to your child. […]