As the country went into lock down in March, the courses and work usually undertaken by Positive Eye in the normal face-to-face manner ceased. With time available the only decision was what our contribution could be to help ease the situation for families and children? The next decision made at Positive Eye was a "no brainer," so to speak.
This is the first post in a series about adapting worksheets for students who are blind or visually impaired. It is designed to help teachers and assistants to think through the steps involved in providing access to materials.
Are you a teacher of students with visual impairments thinking about what belongs in your "toolbox" for the new school year? Or perhaps you're a parent wondering what materials to use during the summer holidays with your child who is blind or visually impaired. We have compiled some of our favourite resources to use with those with visual impairments. Whether you're a veteran looking for new ideas or you're just getting started, we hope that you'll find something here to try!
Sighted children develop and gain knowledge and experience through incidental learning. During their first few years of life they have exposure to a vast range of visual symbols that convey meaning. They observe children and adults looking atprint and gaining meaning from the words they read.
The following tips sheet is aimed at offering short, clear guidance to class teachers regarding print media access for children and young people with visual impairment.
Sighted children develop and gain knowledge and experience through incidental learning. During their first few years of life they have exposure to a vast range of visual symbols that convey meaning. They observe children and adults looking atprint and gaining meaning from the words they read. 
The following 