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National Braille Press empowers the blind and visually impaired with programs, materials, and technology supporting braille literacy and learning through touch.

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Braille transcription is an art! Only a certified braille transcriber can create perfect braille. Want to know more? Find out how to become a braille transcriber.

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Hot Off the Braille Press

We've got new books and products rolling off the braille presses every week... Check out what's new!
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Braille for Business

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Braille Business Solutions

Make a lasting impression with customized business cards and other collateral material with braille.
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Braille Literacy is Literacy!

Comcast has started airing a new ad highlighting our mission to promote braille literacy in the blind and low vision community.
Watch the new ad here

Events

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2025 Poetry Circle

Thanks to all who participated in our two free Poetry Circles! As mentioned, you may also want to check out Everything Is Going to Be All Right: Poems for When You Really Need Them.

Read more about the poetry collection

What's New

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The Snail and the Whale in Braille!

Our newest book in the Great Expectations Series comes with a sweet plush humpback whale — and a bunch of fun and free activities!

Check out the free activities

What's New

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Braille Across America!

Join the Braille Across America 2025 Challenge to run, walk, bike, or roll the distance of a marathon between March 17th and April 21st!
Read more about Braille Across America

Braille is Literacy

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Braille Alphabet Card

Get Started: Download a PDF version of the braille alphabet or shop for classroom packs of embossed alphabet cards. First time visitors can order a free embossed braille alphabet card.

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Help put braille books in the hands of blind children.

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Programs Promoting Braille Literacy

Kids Programs

Hands On! Books for Blind Children

Programs Promoting Braille Literacy
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Braille Textbooks

No student wants to be left behind, check out our textbooks.

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