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RECC Domain Results: 125 items found
Title	Author	Domain	Category	Problem?
A Lifetime of Patience (1998) (Cost)	D. Rudin & D. Wade	Deafblind, Family Resources	Family Resources, Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: A panel of parents discuss the challenges and joys of parenting a child with deafblindness.
Adapted World of a Special Child	N/A	Family Resources, MIVI	Active Learning, Cortical Visual Impairment, Play	Report a problem!
Description: A website created by a parent of a child with multiple impairments including CVI. Ideas for play and instruction are given.
Ain't Misbehavin': Strategies for Improving the Lives of Students are Deaf-Blind and Present Challenging Behaviors (1993) (Cost)	C. Axelrod, R. Condon, J. Durkel & D. Wiley	Deafblind, Family Resources	Communication, Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: Practical strategies for proactive interactions which challenge relationships, designed for anyone who regularly interacts with a student who is deafblind, examines crucial links between behavior and the issues of communication, control, and quality of life, includes script.
All Blind Children of Texas	N/A	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Family Resources, Resources	Report a problem!
Description: From their website, "All Blind Children of Texas works to assess the educational opportunities of blind students in Texas and help provide programs, services and materials that fill in the gaps in both core and expanded curricular areas."
An Orientation and Mobility Primer for Families and Young Children (1989) (Cost)	B. Dodson-Burk & E. Hill	Family Resources, O&M	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This book defines orientation and mobility and introduces the service to parents just beginning with a visually impaired child.
Are You Listening? Auditory Issues for Children with Visual Impairments	K. Moss	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Hearing Related	Report a problem!
Description: Overview of how our auditory system works, how we understand speech, the role of vision and speech in early development and strategies for developing listening skills.
BART - Bonding and Relaxation Techniques	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Early Intervention, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Training and information available for the technique of infant body massage for those with developmental delays. (Not VI Specific)
Becoming Empowered Through Self-Determination Skills (2008)	D. Sewell & J. Cleveland	Family Resources, Self Determination	Family Resources, Goal Setting and Attainment, Self-Advocacy and Leadership, Self-Awareness	Report a problem!
Description: An article written for parents in mind that explains what self-determination skills are and provides examples of how to help students accomplish those skills.
Beyond the Stares, a Personal Journal for Siblings of Children with Disabilities (2004) (Cost)	T. Adolphson	Family Resources, MIVI	Family Resources, Siblings	Report a problem!
Description: A collection of stories written by children who have siblings who have visual impairments and multiple impairments.
Blind Babies Foundation	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Early Intervention, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Organization dedicated to promoting education and awareness regarding babies with visual impairments.
Blind Children's Center Publications (Cost)	N/A	Family Resources	Family Resources, Organizations, Resources	Report a problem!
Description: As a model program located in Los Angeles, the Blind Children's Center provides individualized services that are embedded into the daily routine with strategies delivered by a multi-disciplinary team using a coaching model. The organization also provides publications and resources for parents and teachers of children with visual impairments.
Braille Bug	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Braille Literacy for the Sighted, Education the General Public, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This site is devoted to public awareness about braille for children, includes on-line games and riddles.
brailleSC.org	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Beginning Reading, Braille Literacy for the Sighted, Braille Writing, Education the General Public, Pre-Braille	Report a problem!
Description: BrailleSC.org is an accessible website for individuals who are visually impaired and their families, friends, and educators. It provides a variety of articles and posts that emphasize the importance of braille literacy and provides strategies for other areas of the ECC as well, including, independent living skills, recreation & leisure, listening skills, etc.
Bridge to Braille (1997)(Cost)	C. Castellano & D. Kosman	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Braille Literacy for the Sighted, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This is a practical step-by-step guide showing parents and teachers how to help blind children progress in literacy.
Building Blocks: Foundations for Learning for Young Blind and Visually Impaired Children (1991) (Cost)	B. Dominguez & J. Dominguez	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Programming	Report a problem!
Description: This book and video offers information about preschool programming for young children who are visually impaired. It provides information for parents and early childhood special educators and is presented in English and Spanish in the same volume.
Can Do! Series (Cost)	N/A	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Inservice for Teachers and Administrators	Report a problem!
Description: This is a series of 11 DVDs for those working with young children with visual impairments. It is also parent friendly. DVDs can be purchased separately or as a set.
Children with Visual Impairments: A Parent's Guide (2006) (Cost)	M. Cay Holbrook (Ed.)	Early Childhood, Family Resources	General Information	Report a problem!
Description: A comprehensive overview of information relating to parenting a visually impaired child. It is written by professionals and parents.
Children's Braille Book Club (Cost)	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Beginning Reading, Braille/Print Books, Recreational Reading	Report a problem!
Description: For $100 per year, receive a monthly children's book, from preschool to 3rd grade, in twin vision format (print and braille).
Concept Development for College Readiness (2016)	C. Tabor	Career Education and Transition, Family Resources	Transition/Future Planning	Report a problem!
Description: A list of concepts in all areas of postsecondary life are presented for discussion and teaching purposes for students with visual impairments.
Connecting the Dots: A Parent's Resource for Promoting Early Braille Literacy	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: A free information kit for parents providing information on the braille code, braille books and how to make braille books.
Conversations Without Language: Building Quality Interactions with Children Who Are Deaf-Blind	L. Hagood	Deafblind, Family Resources	Communication	Report a problem!
Description: This article provides informations regarding communication for parents of deafblind children.
Cooperative Efforts with Families in Educating Children with Visual Impairments (2013)	V. Hart & K. Ferrell	Family Resources, Professional Resources	CEC	Report a problem!
Description: Position Paper from the Division on Visual Impairments of the Council For Exceptional Children defining the partnership role of families and professionals involved in the education of students with visual impairments.
Dancing Cheek to Cheek (1991) (Cost)	N/A	Family Resources, MIVI	Communication, Family Resources, Play	Report a problem!
Description: For parents of infant children with visual impairments, this book discusses how one can encourage play and language.
David Brown's Advice on Self-Determination Skills for Deaf/Blind Students	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources, Self Determination	Self-Advocacy and Leadership, Self-Awareness	Report a problem!
Description: David Brown, a leader in the field of education of the deaf/blind, discusses what parents should know about self-determination and why collaboration is so important to the success of the student.
DBMAT (Deaf-Blind Multihandicapped Association of Texas)	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Family and professional organization and advocate for all ages and cognitive levels of individuals who are deaf-blind and multihandicapped (including blind-multihandicapped and deaf-multihandicapped).
Deafblind Children Home Page	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This page is set up as a resource for parents of deafblind children to locate information and chat with others in similar situations.
Early Orientation and Mobility Concepts for Young Children Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired (2016)	S. Carollo	Early Childhood, Family Resources, O&M	Development	Report a problem!
Description: The author gives 7 areas of explanation that young children with visual impairments will work on during orientation and mobility instruction.
ECI -- Early Childhood Intervention Services	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Early Childhood Intervention	Report a problem!
Description: This site provides basic information regarding the services that ECI programs provide to children with developmental delays and/or impairments birth through two. (Texas only)
Everyday Activities for Blind Children (2017)	A. Bobnar	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Early Childhood Intervention	Report a problem!
Description: Amber is a parent to a child with a visual impairment and also the founder of Wonderbaby.org. She gives some great suggestions or learning opportunities for young children when doing everyday activities at home and in the community.
Exceptional Parent Magazine (Cost)	N/A	Family Resources	Family Resources, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: On-line magazine for parents and professionals of children with disabilities, print subscription available. (Not VI Specific)
Experience Story: Going to Low Vision Clinic (2017)	M. Rhodes	Family Resources	Low Vision	Report a problem!
Description: An idea of an experience book to help low vision students prepare for a visit to the low vision clinic is presented.
Family Connect	N/A	Family Resources	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Family Connect is a website for families and parents of visually impaired children giving suggestions for raising these children. The website is broken down into areas such as age groups, multiple impairments, education, technology, blogs and forums.
Family of Owen M. (Cost)	E. Flahaerty, A. Hawkins & Stephanie Heaton	Family Resources, O&M	Education the General Public, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This light-hearted story about Owen M., a child who is blind, educates the general public regarding how orientation and mobility helps children travel independently.
Family-Centered Practices for Infants and Young Children with Visual Impairments (2013)	Anthony et al.	Early Childhood, Family Resources	CEC	Report a problem!
Description: Position Paper from the Division on Visual Impairments of the Council For Exceptional Children explaining basic factors of early childhood education services for students with visual impairments.
Finding a New Path: Guidance for Parents of Young Children who are Visually Impaired or Blind (2002) (Cost)	D. Gold	Family Resources	Concept Development, Development, Early Intervention, Family Resources, General Information	Report a problem!
Description: Written for parents of young children with visual impairments, this text serves as a guide to families raising a child with a visual impairment. It has an extensive list of appendices.
First Steps: A Handbook for Teaching Young Children Who Are Visually Impaired (1993) (Cost)	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Concept Development, Development-Communication, Early Intervention	Report a problem!
Description: Many authors contributed chapters to make this book a great source of information on a wide variety of topics including: sensory motor integration, motor development, O&M, self-help skills, communication, etc.
Good Toys for Blind Kids: Suggestions for Parents	N/A	Family Resources	Play, Toys	Report a problem!
Description: From the NFB website: "This list is made up of regular toys that can be purchased through local shops or toy stores. The age categories were those suggested by the parents, not the manufacturer. Please check the package for recommended age levels before you buy a toy."
Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired	N/A	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Braille Literacy for the Sighted, Communication, Family Resources, Learning Nemeth Code, Libraries, Resources, Training and Tutorials	Report a problem!
Description: Tuition free correspondent courses available to students, parents, family members, etc. for instruction in areas specific to visual impairments, including braille, independent living, and assistive technology, just to name a few.
Helen Keller National Center, National Family Association for Deaf-Blind (NFADB)	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources	Family Resources, General Information	Report a problem!
Description: NFADB's mission is to enable each person who is deaf-blind to live and work in his or her community of choice.
Hey! What's Cooking? A Kitchen Curriculum for the Parents of Visually Impaired Children (1978)	F. Naughton & S. Sacks	Family Resources, Independent Living	Concept Development, Development, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: Suggestions for parents to help expose, instruct (and keep safe) children with visual impairments while performing routine cooking activities. For all ages.
Hold Everything! Twenty Stay-Put Play Spaces for Infants,Preschoolers,and Developmentally Young Children with SI and Other Special Needs (2004)	Kay L. Clarke	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Active Learning, Early Intervention, Family Resources, Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Printable booklet in PDF format from Ohio Center for Deafblind Education. It provides parents and educators with 20 initial ideas for developing "stay put" play spaces for infants and young children with visual and sensory impairments to encourage active exploration and predictability of environment.
How to Conquer Assistive Technology Barriers for Low-Tech Parents (2010)	L. Legendary	Family Resources, Technology	Family Resources, Technology	Report a problem!
Description: The authors explain tips to demystify assistive technology for parents who are intimidated by the assistive technology used by their child with a disability.
How to Read Your Eyeglass Prescription	N/A	Family Resources, Vision and Visual Impairments	Basic Information	Report a problem!
Description: Here is a simple explanation of the what a typical glasses prescription means.
Interveners for Students with Deafblindness in Texas (2000)	L. Alsop, R. Blaha & E. Kloss	Deafblind, Family Resources	General Information	Report a problem!
Description: These documents have been designed to help families and school districts in Texas make decisions about using an intervener in the school setting for a student who is deafblind.
It Takes a Team to Teach Independent Living Skills (2006)	E. Lavigne & K. Moss	Family Resources, Independent Living	Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: Two experts in the field discuss strategies for including family members and school team members in the teaching of ILS.
It's Free! (2007)	L. Weber	Family Resources	Beginning Reading, Braille Publishers, Braille/Print Books, Organizations, Pre-Braille	Report a problem!
Description: An excellent article written by a parent providing information for free braille books and other free blindness specific services.
Just a Little Further Down the Road (1998)	L. Fansler	Deafblind, Family Resources	Early Childhood Intervention, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: A parent of a child with deafblindness gives suggestions to others regarding what she has learned in order that her child receive the most from early childhood intervention.
Just Enough to Know Better: A Braille Primer for Sighted Parents (2016) (Cost)	E. Curran	Family Resources	Braille Literacy for the Sighted, Family Resources, Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This book was written for parents of children with visual impairments who have no prior knowledge of braille but would like to learn.
Let's Eat: Feeding a Child with a Visual Impairment (1994) (Cost)	J. Brody & L. Webber	Family Resources, MIVI	Development, Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: Book and/or video for the instruction of appropriate eating skills for the young child with visual impairments.
Let's Talk Limbic DVD (2017) (APH Quota)	J. van Dijk, C. Nelson, et. al.	Family Resources, MIVI	Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: From the APH website: "This DVD-ROM focuses on a major part of the human emotional brain, the Limbic System. Video clips show how sensory deprivation effects a person's emotional well being and can influence attachment, anxiety, and stress. Examples are given of effective intervention by parents and significant caregivers. The role of mirror neurons is demonstrated in "the resonance phenomenon" and as a precursor for imitation."
Listserv for Parents of Deafblind Children	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Parents of children with deafblindness may subscribe to this by sending the message: 'subscribe message' to request@talklist.com. E-mail: request@talklist.com
Low Vision Gateway	N/A	Family Resources, Sensory Efficiency, Vision and Visual Impairments	Low Vision Devices, Low Vision Solutions, Low Vision Specialists, Technology, Transition/Future Planning, Transportation, Vision Efficiency Skills, Visual Efficiency and Functioning	Report a problem!
Description: This site offers information about low vision and the many aspects of having low vision. It is for parents, family members and educators.
Make It Routine (1991)	R. Blaha & K. Moss	Deafblind, Family Resources, MIVI	Routines	Report a problem!
Description: The authors, both deafblind specialists, discuss the importance of routines for those even with the most profound disabilities.
Materials in Spanish for Families of and Interventionists Serving Young Children Who are Blind, Visually Impaired and Deafblind (2000)	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources, Professional Resources	Spanish Language Aids	Report a problem!
Description: This article provides an exhaustive list of materials in Spanish for those serving deafblind and/or visually impaired students and families who speak the language.
Mosquito Netting or Paycheck Which Will You Choose? (2002)	R. Lucey	Family Resources, Recreation and Leisure	Camp	Report a problem!
Description: Camp resources listed for Texas students with visual impairments. Dates may have expired but general information may still pertain, includes internet resources. (Texas Only)
National Camps for Blind Children	N/A	Family Resources, Recreation and Leisure	Camp	Report a problem!
Description: National organization offering camps for children with visual impairments of all ages, year round, in different locations of the country. The camps are affiliated with Christian Record Services, Inc.
National Congenital CMV Registry	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources, Vision and Visual Impairments	Family Resources, Syndromes/Diseases	Report a problem!
Description: This website offers information on congenital CMV and a parent-to-parent connection.
National Consortium on Deaf-Blindness	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources	Family Resources, General Information, Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: This website offers a wealth of information regarding deafblindness. It also provides a library and experts available to call for questions.
National Family Association Deaf Blind (NFADB)	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources	General Information, Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: The NFADB is the largest nonprofit national organization of families of individuals who are deaf-blind.
National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation (NOAH)	N/A	Family Resources, Vision and Visual Impairments	Eye Conditions and Diseases	Report a problem!
Description: This site provides information and support regarding those with any type of albinism.
Navigating Nystagmus with Your Doctor (2008) (Cost)	E. A. Glaser	Family Resources, Vision and Visual Impairments	Eye Anatomy and Function, Eye Conditions and Diseases	Report a problem!
Description: Described by its publisher as the first comprehensive book written for patients with nystagmus and their care givers. This book is designed to provide detailed information on the many forms of nystagmus, causes of nystagmus, how nystagmus affects vision, what treatments are available, and how to plan for surgery.
One Step at a Time: A Manual for Families of Children with Hearing and Vision Impairments (Cost)	S. Bolton	Deafblind, Family Resources	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This booklet offers practical information for helping children who are deafblind learn basic skills by sharing tried and true practices from families.
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia: A Guide for Parents	F. Kaufman, N. Kaufman, M. Borchert, & T. Inlender.	Family Resources, Vision and Visual Impairments	Eye Conditions and Diseases	Report a problem!
Description: This booklet contains information for parents and families of children with Optic Nerve Hypoplasia. Information includes: How the Eye Works, The Brain, Pituitary and Growth Hormone, Thyroid gland and Thyroid Hormone, Sex hormones, Adrenal Gland and Cortisol, Blood Sugar, Anti-Diuretic Hormone (ADH) and Prolactin, Services, and Glossary.
Parent Early Childhood Education Series (APH Quota)	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Development	Report a problem!
Description: Activity sheets for distribution to parents regarding the accomplishments of developmental milestones.
Parenting Preschoolers: Suggestions for Raising Young Blind & Visually Impaired Children (1984) (Cost)	K. A. Ferrell	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Development, Development of Vision, Early Intervention	Report a problem!
Description: This question and answer booklet provides useful basic information to a parent of a young child who is visually impaired.
Parents and Their Infants with Visual Impairments (PAIVI), 2nd Edition Kit (APH Quota)	D. Chen, C. Taylor Friedman & G. Calvello	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Instructional Strategies, Resources	Report a problem!
Description: These materials were designed to facilitate parents' role as primary interventionists and to develop strategies which are ecologically valid and chronologically age appropriate.
Perkins Activity and Resource Guide:A Handbook for Teachers and Parents of Students with Visual and Multiple Impairments (Cost)	C. Cuchman, K. Heydt, S. Edwards, M.J. Clark & M. Allon	Family Resources, MIVI	Family Resources, Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: These books are a resource for a range of professional, parents and other caregivers who work with children with visual and multiple impairments. Areas of instruction include daily living skills, functional academics and orientation and mobility.
Perkins Scout	N/A	Family Resources, Professional Resources		Report a problem!
Description: The Perkins Scout is an on-line clearinghouse of information relating to visual impairment and blindness.
Plan Ahead for Your Child's ARD/IEP Meeting (1997)	K. Moss	Family Resources	ARD/IEP Meetings, Family Resources, Transition/Future Planning	Report a problem!
Description: Written by a family specialist, the author provides parents areas that should be considered and discussed before attending an ARD meeting for his or her child.
Power of the Heart: A Parent Involvement Story (1987) (Cost)	M. Boethel & D. Rudin	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Family Resources, Training and Tutorials	Report a problem!
Description: Awareness and training tool for parents, service providers, and students, designed to find effective ways of working with one another, includes facilitator manual. Also available in Spanish.
Pre-Feeding Skills: A Comprehensive Resource for Mealtime Development (2000) (Cost)	S. Morris & M. Klein	Family Resources, MIVI	Development, Instructional Strategies, Intervention	Report a problem!
Description: Two experts in the field discuss skills necessary for the development of feeding skills.
Pre-Reading Activities for Blind Preschoolers (1994)	R. Ryles	Family Resources	Pre-Braille	Report a problem!
Description: A handbook written for parents, these activities are suggestions from a Teacher of the Visually Impaired and an Occupational Therapist on activities young children can do to improve finger and hand strength.
Reach for the Stars, Planning for the Future: A Transition Process for Families of Young Children (APH Quota)	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Program Planning, Transition/Future Planning	Report a problem!
Description: A guidebook about transitioning young children into preschool or kindergarten settings.
Reach Out and Teach: Meeting the Training Needs of Parents of Visually and Multiply Handicapped Young Children (2011) (Cost)	K. Ferrell	Family Resources, MIVI	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Written to give parents the information they need to raise their children with visual or multiple impairments. It includes a training manual, slide presentation and workbook for parents.
Reaching, Crawling, Walking. Let's Get Moving: Orientation and Mobility for Preschool Children (1992) (Cost)	S. S. Simmons & S. O. Maida	Family Resources, O&M	Family Resources, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: The purpose of this booklet is to help parents of young children who are visually impaired or blind understand what orientation and mobility is and how they can influence the independence of their child.
Reflections on the First Three Years of Having a Child with a Disability	A. Rickarl	Family Resources	Early Childhood Intervention, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: A parent of a child who has turned 3 reflects on the previous years and the triumphs and trials of having a child with a disability.
Related Services: Direct versus Consult (1998)	J. Durkel	Family Resources	Program Planning	Report a problem!
Description: The article was written for the parent and provides excellent information regarding the differences and similarities of direct and consultative services.
Repetitive Behaviors in Blind Children: What Are They?	N/A	Family Resources, MIVI	Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This article is written to help explain some of the types of repetitive behaviors that some visually impaired children exhibit. Characteristics and explanations are given.
Resources for Parents and Caregivers	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources	Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: The Perkins School for the Blind provides parents and caregivers dedicated pages found on their website which provide specific help and instruction for raising a child with a visual impairment or deafblindness.
Sexuality Education for Children with Visual Impairments: A Parents' Guide	J. Davies	Family Resources, Social Interaction	Family Resources, Instructional Strategies, Sexuality	Report a problem!
Description: Excellent resource for parents of visually impaired children and how they can educate their children about sexuality at all ages of development.
ShareBraille	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Braille/Print Books, Instructional Aids/Materials	Report a problem!
Description: ShareBraille is a division of NFB offering the exchange of donated braille books in order to build braille literacy.
Show Me How: A Manual for Parents of Preschool Visually Impaired and Blind Children (1985) (Cost)	M. Brennan	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Development, Development of Vision, Early Childhood Intervention, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: A manual of activities for parents to carry out with their blind or visually impaired preschool child to help him or her attain age-related goals.
Sibling Support Project	N/A	Family Resources	Siblings	Report a problem!
Description: A website dedicated to the brothers and sisters of children with disabilities. It provides articles, interviews, trainings, group support and workshops all over the United States. (Not VI specific)
Six Tips for Explaining Colors to a Blind Child	D. Kent	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Development	Report a problem!
Description: This article provides six great reasons that blind and visually impaired children must learn about color. Social connections, object connections and emotional connections are all part of how color fits into our world.
Small Victories: Conversations About Prematurity, Disability, Vision Loss, and Success (2000) (Cost)	M. L. Dickerson	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Early Intervention, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This book provides insightful and inspiring stories from parents of children born prematurely.
Social and Emotional Aspects of Albinism (1999)	J. Waugh	Family Resources, Vision and Visual Impairments	Family Resources, Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: The authors exlores four areas that influence the social world of children with albinism.
Storyline Online	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Accessible Books, Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students, Audio Books	Report a problem!
Description: This website, sponsored by the Sreen Actors Guild Foundation provides audio and visual books read by famous actors. Although not VI specific, blind children can listen to the audio stories without needing any modifications to the technology.
Suggestions for Modifying the Home and School (Cost)	F. Peck & D. Lolli	Deafblind, Family Resources	Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: This book contains practical affordable and easily implemented suggestions for modifying the home and school for children with deafblindness and other types of impairments.
Suggestions for Recreation and Leisure Activities for Blind and Visually Impaired Children (1999)	D. Sewell	Family Resources, Recreation and Leisure	Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students, Activities for High School Students, Games	Report a problem!
Description: This article discusses the importance of learning to play for children who are blind and provides a list of popular commercially available games and suggestions to make them accessible.
Summer Programs Available at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (2017)	N/A	Family Resources, Professional Resources, Recreation and Leisure		Report a problem!
Description: TSBVI offers summer programs that provide students with instruction in all areas of the ECC. (Texas students only)
Summertime Activities to Advance Orientation and Mobility Skills (2016)	S. Carollo	Family Resources, O&M	Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Great suggestions from a TVI regarding what families can do to promote O&M skills when students have a summer break.
Supporting Young Adults Who Are Deaf-Blind in Their Communities: A Transition Planning Guide for Service Providers, Families, and Friends (1995)(Cost)	J. M. Everson (Ed.)	Career Education and Transition, Deafblind, Family Resources	Choice and Decision Making, Family Resources, Self-Awareness, Transition/Future Planning	Report a problem!
Description: The goal of this book is to guide service providers, family members, and friends in providing transition services to young adults who are deaf-blind. As such, it represents an effort to express the unique needs of the deafblind population and to integrate best practices into their transition services.
Syndromes Which Often Result in Combined Vision and Hearing Loss	K. Moss	Deafblind, Family Resources, Vision and Visual Impairments	Syndromes/Diseases	Report a problem!
Description: This article provides a list of syndromes and their characteristics that cause deafblindness.
Tactile Alphabet Book (2017)	K. Schildbach	Compensatory/Access, Early Childhood, Family Resources	Braille/Print Books	Report a problem!
Description: Directions from a mom of a visually impaired pre-schooler are given for making a tactile ABC book. Specifics for including braille and print and an object are given.
Talking the Language of the Hands to the Hands (2003)	B. Miles	Deafblind, Early Childhood, Family Resources	Communication, Tactual Related	Report a problem!
Description: The author discusses the importance of the hands in development of students with deafblindness.
TAPVI - Texas Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments	N/A	Family Resources	Family Resources, Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: TAPVI is the Texas affiliation of NAPVI which provides information, conferences and workshops for parents of visually impairmented children.
Teaching your Baby to Play with Toys	N/A	Family Resources	Play, Toys	Report a problem!
Description: An excellent one page full of tips for parents of infants with visual impairments.
Teens' Voices - Family Connect	N/A	Family Resources, Social Interaction	Parent Resources, Self-Advocacy and Leadership, Self-Awareness	Report a problem!
Description: From the website, "Teenagers who are blind or visually impaired talk about sports and recreation, orientation and mobility, and what becoming more independent has meant to them. In these audio interviews, students and their parents speak frankly about what has helped them get the most out of school, and feel most confident about the future. Hear their thoughts on helpful technology, adaptations for sports, advocating for themselves, and more. Parents weigh in, as well."
Terminology (regarding Special Education) (2001)	D. Barnes	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Resources	Report a problem!
Description: List of terms acronyms and definitions used with special education in the state of Texas.
Texas Deafblind Outreach Project	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources, Professional Resources	Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support, Resources	Report a problem!
Description: The Texas Deafblind Project is funded by a federal grant to provide information and training about deafblindness to families and the professionals that work with them.
Texas Project First	N/A	Family Resources	Parent Resources	Report a problem!
Description: This website, a collaboration of the Houston-based parent group Family to Family Network, TEA's Continuous Improvement Process and ESC Region 9 Parent Coordination Network, provides information and resources specific to Texas students with disabilities and their families.
Texas SenseAbilities Newsletter and See/Hear Archives	N/A	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Family Resources, Instructional Support, Resources	Report a problem!
Description: A quarterly publication for instuctors and families of visually impaired children including those with deafblindness and multiple disabilities. It contains current and relevant information for various topics from school to community to home. (Downloadable)
Texas State Library - Talking Book Program	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Accessible Books, Audio Books, Braille/Print Books, Family Resources, Large Print Books, Music, Recreational Reading	Report a problem!
Description: The TSL program allows visually and physically impaired patrons to choose free books from a national library system in braille, large type or audio format. (Texas students only)
Texas Visually Impaired Family Network Listserv	N/A	Family Resources	Listserv	Report a problem!
Description: Family members can join this listserv that provides support in all areas of raising a child with a visual impairment. E-mail: txvifamily-subscribe@topica.com
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) - Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services, Division of Blind Services	N/A	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Family Resources, Professional Resources, Vocational Education Training	Report a problem!
Description: Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) provides in home and family support to consumers who qualify as legally blind. (TX Residents Only)
The Best Braille Children's Book Resources on the Internet	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Braille Publishers	Report a problem!
Description: Wonderbaby.org provides a comprehensive list for families looking for sources of braille books for purchase and for free.
The Best Christmas Toys for Blind Children!	N/A	Family Resources, Recreation and Leisure	Play, Toys	Report a problem!
Description: This article from Wonderbaby.org provides a list of the best toys for children who are blind. They are listed by age group and type of toy.
The Black Book of Colors (2008) (Cost)	M. Cottin & R. Farla	Family Resources, Professional Resources	Braille/Print Books, Siblings	Report a problem!
Description: This children's book characterizes a young blind girl asking her sister, 'What color is. . .?' The siblings has some wonderful responses which help visually impaired children see color.
The Importance of Touch in Parent-Infant Bonding (2000)	G. Newton	Deafblind, Early Childhood, Family Resources	Development-Communication, Family Resources, Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: This early childhood specialist explains the importance of touch with deafblind and/or visually impaired infants and their parents.
The National Federation of the Blind Braille Reading Pals Club: A Pre-literacy Program for Blind and Low Vision Children Ages Infant to Seven	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Beginning Reading, Braille Literacy for the Sighted, Braille/Print Books, Pre-Braille	Report a problem!
Description: This program encourages parents to take an active roll in the braille literacy of their child.
Touch The Baby: Blind and Visually Impaired Children as Patients: Helping Them Respond to Care (Cost)	L. Harrell	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Education the General Public, Family Resources	Report a problem!
Description: Pamphlet for helping the health care professional understand the visually impaired child's needs and communication while in a health care facility.
Toy Guide for Differently-Abled Kids	N/A	Family Resources, Recreation and Leisure	Games, Play, Toys	Report a problem!
Description: This webpage from Toys R Us features specially selected toys that encourage play for children with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities.
Transition in Texas	N/A	Career Education and Transition, Family Resources	Transition/Future Planning	Report a problem!
Description: "The purpose of this website is to provide viewers with knowledge of the secondary transition process to facilitate student progress toward attainment of their postsecondary goals. On this site you will find resources for students, parents, educators and agency resources." (Not VI Specific)
Twelve Things You Can Do to Plan for Your Child's Future Today	K. Moss	Career Education and Transition, Family Resources	Family Resources, Transition/Future Planning	Report a problem!
Description: Article written for parents of children with severe impairments in order to help them prepare for transition into adulthood.
Understanding and Interacting with Infants, Toddlers and Preschool Age Children with Deaf-Blindness (Cost)	L. Alsop (Ed.)	Deafblind, Family Resources	Early Intervention, Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: This manual contains topical information and activities for working with young children who are deafblind.
Usher's Syndrome Mailing List	N/A	Deafblind, Family Resources, Vision and Visual Impairments	Syndromes/Diseases	Report a problem!
Description: Usher-List is an internet forum for people with Usher's, parents, friends, spouses and service providers. 1. To subscribe to this electronic discussion group, via the web, go to www.Onelist.com. 2. To subscribe to this list via e-mail, send an e-mail message to: USHERS-SUBSCRIBE@onelist.com 3. If you have difficulty subscribing, contact the list-owners (Randall Pope and Mark Graffis) at Ushers-owner@onelist.com. E-mail: USHERS-SUBSCRIBE@onelist.com
Using Readers (2004)	C. Castellano	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Auditory Skills, Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: The author, a seasoned veteran teacher of children with visual impairments, gives tips on how a student uses a reader and how he goes about getting accustomed to having a live reader.
VI Curriculum	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources	Instructional Aids/Materials, Instructional Development, Instructional Planning, Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: This website, as part of the Maryland School for the Blind, provides lessons for preschool students who are visually impaired. The lessons are themed based to correlate with typical preschool lesson plans.
What a Concept (2000)	J. Dirkel	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Concept Development	Report a problem!
Description: An outstanding article written for parents by an expert in the field of communication and visual impairments. Mr. Dirkel speaks simply about concept development as it relates to language and child development.
What Can Families Do at Home to Reinforce Social Skills?	S. Sacks	Family Resources, Social Interaction	Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: A short article (and audio interview) by a leading author in the field of visual impairments regarding what families can do to help children with visual impairments have appropriate social skills.
What Can Families Do at Home to Support Recreation and Leisure Skills	L. Leiberman	Family Resources, Recreation and Leisure	Parent Resources, Play, Recreation	Report a problem!
Description: Dr. Leibermann gives three pointers in helping parents of visually impaired children build upon R/L activities in the home.
Where to Find Braille Books for Children (2016)	M. Garber	Compensatory/Access, Family Resources	Braille Publishers, Braille/Print Books	Report a problem!
Description: This article, written for parents, tells of the top companies that sell or distribute braille children's books.
Who Needs Sports?	J. Robinson	Family Resources, Recreation and Leisure	Recreation, Sports/Games	Report a problem!
Description: The Family Support Specialist from TSBVI gives parents options and programs available in the area of sports and recreation and leisure for students who have visual impairments.
Who's Driving the Bus? (2007)	J. Pinner	Family Resources, Self Determination	Parent Resources, Self-Advocacy and Leadership, Self-Awareness	Report a problem!
Description: Abstract: The author shares strategies parents can use to help their child have opportunities throughout their childhood to become self-determined adults, capable of driving their own bus.
wonderbaby.org	N/A	Early Childhood, Family Resources, MIVI	Development, Early Intervention, Intervention, Parent Resources, Play, Programming	Report a problem!
Description: This website, created by parents of a young visually impaired child, brings insight and tips for those living and raising infants and children with visual disabilities as well as those with multiple disabilities.