Children’s books
"Quite simply I love to read. I read at school, on the bus, in the park - I can't get enough of it." Nia, aged 14
Here is a guide to help you find books for children with sight loss – for pleasure, for information or for school work.
Touch reading
ClearVision
Lend tactile books and dual format braille/print for adults and children to share reading. Titles are suitable for pre-schoolers, children learning to read and newly-fluent readers.
Website www.clearvisionproject.org
Telephone 020 8789 9575
RNIB National Library Service
Lends braille and Moon books, braille music and books for learners.
Website www.rnib.org.uk/library
Telephone 0303 123 9999
Bag Books
Sells tactile story packs for children with severe and multiple disabilities.
Website www.bagbooks.org
Telephone 020 76270444
Audio books
Calibre Audio Library
Offers a free lending service of over 1400 children's books.
Website www.calibre.org.uk
Telephone 01296 432339
RNIB National Library Service
Lends many audio books for children as part of the subscription based Talking Books service.
Website www.rnib.org.uk/talkingbooks
Telephone 0303 123 9999
Talking Newspapers Association
Produces audio magazines suitable for older children.
Website www.tnauk.org.uk
Telephone 01435 866102
Large print
National Blind Children's Society (NBCS)
Sells a selection of customised large print books to families and schools.
Website www.nbcs.org.uk
Telephone 01278 764770
RNIB National Library Service
Has a wide selection of Giant Print (24 point) books for loan.
Website www.rnib.org.uk/library
Telephone 0303 123 9999