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Brain gym: Tactile and sensorial clubbed Lazy 8

A video blog by Ramya @simpleathomeclub on Brain Gym activity of Tactile and sensorial clubbed Lazy 8

Author Ramya

I am named Ramya, would love to be called mom from my 13 year old son.  Certified in various streams and last year remedial too.
@simplyathome YouTube channel was created to have my sanity and to support other caregivers of kids in spectrum who are aware of what needs to be done, but stagnant like I have been on the “how to’s”  break down the process.
This is my small way to give back to community by sharing all that I attempt at home. Home is where values embed and home is the first school for each of us.

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Braille ..do you actually know all the facts about it ?

Braille ..do you actually know all the facts about it ?


Well this blog will not tell you what is braille or who invented it but highlight some facts about braille which mut be kept in mind when you work with or assist a visually impaired child


1.Braille is not a language,It is a tactile code instead. So it enables the visually challenged person to read and write by touch. It has combination of raised dots which will represent alphabets , words , punctuation and numbers
2.Next fact will be a shock , if you are losing your sight , it important to start training of using a braille.It is recommended to learn using braille by using the sense of touch only
3.Remember the braille will use lot of space on a page than a sighted writing system . So contracted braille is a better idea to go with
4.Braille is not just used for transcribing and writing.It is very interestingly used for making signages in public spaces. These are lift key pads , door signs , menu cards in cafes and labelling everyday items specially medicines
5. Now with recent technology , electronic braille notetakers and refreshable braille displays in existence , a visually impaired person can browse internet too.
6. Practicing daily with the braille , specially reading writing can improve the reading speed
7. Also there is no definite timescale for braille learning it depends person to person
8.Very important to know not all people who are visually challenged would use braille . This is because touch sensitivity takes time to develop

So when you come across a visually challenged individual , don’t expect they will be pro at braille.
It is important to respect their personal choice to learn it and right to agency


What we can do is , read , and learn about braille benefits and spread awareness so that more people get motivated and take up the path of braille journey if they wish too.


What should be your next step?
Go to google and type braille and then research about types and designs of braille , gain more insight on contracted braille , do enlighten about disadvantages
You might think why all these points not mentioned in this blog . This is because I want you to be motivated to learn about this tactile code device at your pace and be confident to help a visually challenged individual
Had I mentioned all point together in this blog , you would not get tempted to search more … hahaha
Hope you enjoyed this blog !!
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Artwork by Dhairya Kumar Pal

Creative representation for this blog is done by our extremely talented CreativeSaathi associate Dhairya Kumar Pal

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Community service activity

A video blog by Ramya @simpleathomeclub on how to use a simple community service activity at a great way to work upon activities of practical learning. This particular activity focuses on pincer grasp, tactile sense, fine motor skills, sitting tolerance, eye hand coordination etc and is based on Waldorf and Montessori Learning methods.

Author Ramya

I am named Ramya, would love to be called mom from my 13 year old son.  Certified in various streams and last year remedial too.

@simplyathome YouTube channel was created to have my sanity and to support other caregivers of kids in spectrum who are aware of what needs to be done, but stagnant like I have been on the “how to’s”  break down the process.

This is my small way to give back to community by sharing all that I attempt at home. Home is where values embed and home is the first school for each of us.

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Activity of Practical Living- Washing Door mat

A video blog by Ramya @simpleathomeclub on how washing a Door mat could be used as a great way to teach hand strengthening, core muscles activity, hand eye coordination, tactile and sensory activity, fine motor skills and various skills of practical living based on Waldorf and Montessori Learning methods.

Author Ramya

I am named Ramya, would love to be called mom from my 13 year old son.  Certified in various streams and last year remedial too.

@simplyathome YouTube channel was created to have my sanity and to support other caregivers of kids in spectrum who are aware of what needs to be done, but stagnant like I have been on the “how to’s”  break down the process.

This is my small way to give back to community by sharing all that I attempt at home. Home is where values embed and home is the first school for each of us.

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Heart shaped Idlis with Salsa on Valentine’s Day

A video blog by Ramya @simpleathomeclub on making heart- shaped Idlis with Salsa on Valentine’s Day. It’s a healthy recipe, also one can work upon tactile and pincer serving life skills

Author Ramya @simpleathomeclub