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What Is Braille? Braille is a tactile reading system invented in France in the mid-1800s and named for its inventor, Louis Braille. Braille enables children who cannot read print to become literate and helps adults who lose the ability to read due to blindness or low vision to continue enjoying books, newspapers, and magazines. The […]

What is the Federal Quota Program?  In 1879, Congress enacted the Federal Act to Promote the Education of the Blind to provide specialized educational materials to students who are blind or low vision and is referred to as “The Federal Quota Program.”  Why is it important?  Students who are blind or low vision deserve the […]

The 2023 Coding Symposium has ended but you can view it here. Click here for information about this year’s 2024 National Coding Symposium Coding for ALL The 2023 National Coding Symposium will, again, be working with educational partners from around the country to feature accessible coding activities that will hopefully inspire you and can be […]

Editor’s note: TeenTober™ is a new, nationwide celebration hosted by libraries every October and aims to celebrate teens, promote year-round teen services and the innovative ways teen services helps teens learn new skills, and fuel their passions in and outside the library. Today we look at inspiring your teen who is blind or low vision […]

Black History Month is a time to recognize exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to society. While everyone knows about iconic figures like Stevie Wonder and the late Ray Charles, who were not only gifted musicians but also blind, there are many other Black Americans who have shared their talents with the world. Among […]