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Early Focus Third Edition Brings Ongoing Growth

Families with a young child newly diagnosed with blindness or low vision invariably find themselves facing a series of questions...

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Have the World at Your Fingertips with US Tactile Map

The US Tactile Map Classroom Pack is a carefully designed collection of 15 raised line paper maps of the United...

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Adapted Biology Lab Manual

We are pleased to announce a new product to help science teachers and TVIs make traditional biology lab activities accessible...

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Celebrating the First Guide Dog at The Dot Experience

September is National Guide Dog Month. These furry companions play an integral role in ensuring their handlers who are blind...

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Terminal Mode Goes Live with JAWS on Monarch

Monarch’s terminal mode app bridges the gap between screen readers and multi-line braille displays. The program allows for the two...

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Monarch is Making a Difference: Jennifer Wenzel’s Story

New technology can be intimidating. Between new navigation, revolutionary capabilities, and having an entire new world of braille technology at...

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Meet APH Scholar Katy Jach

APH is proud to recognize Katy Jach, nominated by Pam Parker, Director of Outreach Washington State School for the Blind,...