How to read braille

Braille is a method of reading and feeling text through touch, rather than sight. It is mainly used by those with impaired vision; however, sighted people can read Braille as well. There are many reasons for this, especially for those with a blind or visually impaired person in their household. There are many types of Braille, including musical, mathematical, and multiple types of literary Braille. The most commonly taught and used is Grade 2 Literary Braille.

Maybe your child is just getting ready to begin learning Braille or maybe your blind infant is years away from phonics lessons but you want to get a head start. Whatever the reason, as the parent of a blind child you’re going to need to know Braille. You may not be planning to be your child’s primary educator, but you will want to have an answer when she comes running up to you asking, “Mom, what’s this say?” And the earlier you learn Braille, the better, so you can encourage literacy in your baby from the beginning.

Inside this guide you learn how to read basic braille and will be given suggestions on the best books for beginners. You will also be given tips on how to learn braille quickly and advised on free support systems that are available for you.

There is also a pdf of the braille alphabet inside! Enjoy!