Learn uncontracted (grade 1) braille (adults)

We can help you choose the right course to help you learn uncontracted (grade 1) braille. This is ideal for basic labelling of objects like CDs, canned food in the cupboard.

Courses for touch learners

We recommend Dot-to-dot
Dot-to-dot is a self-teach uncontracted braille (grade 1) course. There are two versions of the course available: Dot-to-dot for sighted learners and Dot-to-dot for touch learners.

You may also be interested in Firsthand
Firsthand is not designed as self-teach course. It should be taught by someone with a good knowledge of braille and touch reading techniques.

Courses for sighted learners

We recommend Dot-to-dot
This is a self-teach uncontracted braille (grade 1) course. There are two versions of the course available: Dot-to-dot for sighted learners and Dot-to-dot for touch learners.

You may also be interested in The Braille Tutor website, which aims to teach braille to sighted people online. The Braille Tutor website is not run by RNIB, and we are not responsible for the content.

Last updated: 15 October 2012

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