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Blindness History Basics: History of Braille Writers

When fifteen-year-old Louis Braille presented his tactile system of raised dots in 1824, he hoped the new system would provide a...

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APH Huntington: Accessible Tech Initiatives in West Virginia

In July 2020, the American Printing House for the Blind launched APH Huntington – a new program developed to provide...

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Developing Pre-Braille Skills with Reach & Match in a Fun Way

Happy National Braille Literacy Month and welcome to a brand-new 2021! During my master’s research, I found myself amazed by...

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Fun with Alexa: Interactive Adventure and Escape Games

In need of some entertainment during the holiday season? Use Amazon Alexa ™ to access a plethora of accessible, entertaining...

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Take it from a TVI: How to Make Learning Fun with APH Products

Time flies when you’re having fun! We spoke with TVI Jessica Chamblin about the APH products she uses to create...

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Everyday Braille with BrailleBlaster, Mantis Q40, and Chameleon 20

In the 21st century, braille literacy is more important than ever. While screen readers have opened up a technological revolution...

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A Christmas Memory from Helen Keller

What memories of childhood Christmases do you hold dear? The rustle of wrapping paper? The smell of gingerbread? Helen Keller...