This section contains links to websites found in the text and others that will provide information to extend your learning experience about visual impairments.
- Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired
As the primary professional organization for professionals who work with individuals with visual impairments, this site offers information that is vital to those persons, as well as information about employment opportunities.
- American Council of the Blind
One of the largest consumer organizations for persons who are blind or visually impaired. Visit this site to learn about issues important to these persons.
- National Federation of the Blind
This activist organization lobbies for the rights of persons with visual impairments. Visit the "Resources for Learning" link for additional information about how to teach academic content and Braille to children with blindness and low vision.
- National Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments (NAPVI)
This site offers an opportunity for families to find others who share their unique parenting task in the Parent Directory. Visit their "Useful Links" page for a comprehensive list of additional websites.
- American Foundation for the Blind
AFB offers many services and a wealth of information. The "Where can I find?" section offers links to services tailored for persons with visual impairments.
- American Printing House for the Blind
This is the leading publisher of educational and leisure reading materials and other products. Take the time to review their product information and catalog to learn what products are available for use in your classroom.
- The Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
This is a comprehensive website about educating students who are blind or visually impaired. You will find links to sites that will help you include these students in your classroom if you scroll down to the middle of the home page.
- National Braille Press
NBP is a nonprofit Braille printing and publishing house established in 1927. Visit their link "Children's Book Club" to learn how they turn donated print books into Braille books for children.
- Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
This page offers a comprehensive list of websites about assistive technology for the blind and visually impaired.
- Library of Congress: National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS)
Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (including dyslexia) provide Braille and recorded books to readers who are unable to use standard print material because of visual or physical disabilities.
- Recordings for the Blind & Dyslexic
Materials from this organization are for all people who cannot effectively read standard print because of a visual, perceptual, or other physical disability.
- Recorded Books, Inc.
This is a source for books on tape for purchase and rent.
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