Illustrated Books for Little Blind Children

The Foundation's project "Illustrated Books for Little Blind Children" has developed a unique series of books "Travels across Countries and Continents" and other books that firmly combine innovation, education and inclusivity, thereby creating a unique set for Russia for the education and development of children. Similar sets are not produced anywhere except Russia, there are no analogues. Bright illustrations and tactile elements turn the reading process into an exciting adventure, and the technology allows visually impaired children and children with special needs to access information through sound and visual effects. This ensures a comprehensive perception of the material, which is especially important for children with various developmental disabilities. For ease of use by preschool and primary school children with special needs, the Foundation has developed a technology for combining a book and using technology in the form of a "magic pencil" with an ergonomic design and convenience for independent use by children to read books without the involvement of adults. The unique technology used in the book “Travels across Countries and Continents” and tactile game methods allow the book to be used by normotypical children, children with special needs and visually impaired children without dividing the learning process into health categories. Touching and interacting with the book helps develop sensory and motor skills, which is especially important for children at an early age. Each element of the book, from the texture of the materials to the sound fragments, is designed to stimulate curiosity and interest in exploring the world. Parents and teachers, using additional materials (educational games and tasks), will help consolidate the knowledge gained and expand the children's horizons. The inclusive design of the book also plays an important role in ensuring equal opportunities for all children. The use of various technologies ensures that, regardless of health status or perception features, each child can fully immerse themselves in the learning process. The publication of multilingual books allows children from different cultures to get acquainted with the materials in their native language, which not only facilitates learning, but also promotes cultural understanding and integration.