Visual Disability

A quarter of a century after her memoir, Thinking in Pictures, forever changed how the world understood autism, Temple Grandin—the “anthropologist from Mars,” as Oliver Sacks dubbed her—transforms our awareness of the different ways our brains are wired. Do you have a keen sense of direction, a love of puzzles, the ability to assemble IKEA furniture without crying? You are likely a visual thinker.

Brian thought defeating the hacker threatening Gambit was his biggest challenge. He was wrong. Now armed with a guide dog and newfound confidence, Brian faces an even greater test - balancing his virtual life with the real world. As he struggles to find his place in college and nurture a budding romance, the lines between reality and the game begin to blur. When a mysterious new player emerges with abilities that rival his own, Brian is forced to confront hard truths about himself and his relationships. With both of his worlds hanging in the balance, he must decide where his true priorities...

Do you want to learn more about learning difficulties and how to overcome them? Do you want to discover the strengths and talents of learners with learning difficulties? Do you want to find out the best ways to assess and support learners with learning difficulties in academic and social settings? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you. "Master the Essentials of Learning Difficulties," is a book that will inspire you, inform you, and empower you to make a difference in the lives of learners with learning difficulties. Learning difficulties are a common and ...

Amanda Harris presents her inspiring autobiography. Travel with her as she shares her life experiences from diagnosis of a visual impairment, at only a few weeks old, to becoming a successful business owner and motivational speaker. An honest, moving and funny story highlighting transformation from the only disabled child in the playground to a strong independent woman.

Do you want to be a better ally to people who are blind or have low vision? Reading this book is a great first step. Have you seen someone struggling with accessibility and wanted to help them with what they can't see... but you were afraid of offending them? Do you want to help your friend who is struggling with with their low vision? Do you want to get to know your blind neighbor, visually impaired co-worker, or a customer having trouble seeing? Can You See Me Now? tackles 14 different topics and offer strategies meant to teach you about the disability on vision loss so you can be there ...

According to the National Eye Institute by 2020 it is estimated that 5.5 million people of all ages will be blind or have low vision. Low vision is impairment that cannot be corrected by standard eyeglasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery. That is one out of 28 and that is shocking. The purpose of this book is to let listeners know that loss of eyesight is not a death sentence. Twelve people have shared their stories detailing how they met the enemy in their own lives and how they cope on a day-to-day basis.

What’s she doing here? Single dad, lumberjack Cal Morrison, stares out his window at the moving van across the street. A widower, he lives with his young son, Bobby. I don’t need her. Neither does Bobby. Why doesn’t she go back to Europe and leave me alone? Still nursing a broken heart, he wants to turn away and forget Giselle Davenport. But he can’t. He’s drawn to her like a moth to a flame. When she faces his house, her hands on her hips, she hesitates. Does she feel it, too? Cal has his son and a good job, he doesn’t need a woman. Especially that woman. At least that’s what...

Discover the compelling story of Frida Kahlo, a visionary artist whose personal experiences and revolutionary ideas forever changed the landscape of modern art and feminism. Frida Kahlo was a multifaceted figure, blending creativity, resilience, and an unyielding spirit to create art that transcended boundaries. This book delves deep into Kahlo's life, exploring her motivations, her groundbreaking works, and the legacy of her artistic and cultural contributions. From her deeply personal self-portraits to her activism, Kahlo's journey is a testament to the transformative power of art and ...