Finger Reading
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University of Washington
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In this activity (10th activity on the page) about the sense of touch, learners make Braille letters out of cork or cardboard and map pins. Learners test to see if they can identify the letters of the alphabet by feeling the blunt ends of the pins with just their fingertips. Use this activity to teach learners how blind people use their sense of touch to read.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 8 - 18
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Cardboard or thin cork
- Pins - one side should have a small ball or be blunt
- Marker or Pen or Pencil - to draw outline of letters
- Blindfold
- Scissors
Subjects
- Life Sciences
- Human Body
- The Brain and Nervous System
- Muscles and Skin
- Human Senses and Perception
- Touch
- Human Body
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Chudler, Ph.D., Eric H.
Rights:
- All Rights Reserved, Eric H. Chudler, ©2009
