Resources

We have compiled several online and text resources related to making science accessible to students who are visually impaired. 

Online Resources

Science teachers and parents of students who are blind or visually impaired will find advice, encouragement, and general teaching techniques in  Perkins Scout on Science Education.

In this section of our information clearinghouse you will find helpful links divided by sub-topics including: Astonomy; Biology: Chemistry; Earth Sciences; Instructional Materials; Ocean Sciences; Research; Science Camps; Tactile Graphics; and Technological Innovations.

Recommended Text Books

"Making Science Accessible" is a book written by Perkins science teachers and is designed for the science teacher in the mainstream science classroom working with a student with visual impairments. The book can be considered an extension of the resources and information you will find on this website. Order this book online.

We have also compiled a list of books we have found helpful in our work. We have included references useful both to the teacher of the visually impaired as well as the teacher in the general or special education classroom who is working with a student who is visually impaired.

View our list of recommended text books.