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Are you looking for ways to give your child who is blind or has low vision a head start in reading and learning? Join us for an engaging webinar all about building strong foundations in early literacy through concept development. Whether your little one is just beginning to explore books or is already interested in letters and words, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to help them thrive.
Why You Don’t Want to Miss This Course?
- Set Your Child Up for Success: Early concept development—understanding ideas like “big” and “small,” “inside” and “outside,” or “same” and “different” are the stepping stones to reading, writing, and confident learning.
- Gain Practical Strategies: Learn easy, everyday ways to celebrate concepts your child understands and which concepts your child needs more practice with. You’ll have ideas you can use, and leave with hands-on ideas you can use right away at home.
- Empower Your Learner: Discover how to tailor activities to be accessible and engaging for children with blindness or low vision. From tactile games to sensory-rich storytelling, you’ll see how fun and effective concept practice can be.
- Connect with Experts and Peers: Hear from professionals specializing in early literacy for learners with visual impairments.
What You’ll Learn
- Literacy Begins with Concepts: Understand why grasping basic ideas lays the groundwork for letters and words.
- Importance of Concept Development: See how strong concept skills translate into reading readiness and academic confidence.
- Concept Development for Learners with Visual Impairments: Explore adaptations and tools that make concepts come alive through touch, sound, and movement.
- Assessing and Supporting Concept Development: Walk through simple assessment techniques and discover targeted activities to help your child grow in their learning.
Who Should Join?
- Parents and families of children who are blind or have low vision
- Early childhood educators and specialists
- Anyone passionate about making literacy accessible and fun
Ready to get started? Don’t wait to discover ways to support your child’s learning at home.