In France, only 8% of published Books are accessible to visually impaired people. This situation limits access to reading and slows down the cognitive development and imagination of children with this disability. Les Doigts qui rêvents, an associative publishing house, creates works combining braille, tactile illustrations and colors.
“Our goal is to allow blind children to have enriching sensory reading experiences, while sharing moments with their sighted loved ones,” explains Célia Maçon, communications manager for the association.
Books designed to touch and dream
Each book produced by Les Doigts Qui Rêvent is an artisanal work, designed by hand with various materials to stimulate touch. The team also works with specialist teachers, orthoptists and parents to ensure that each book meets the needs of children. The themes covered are universal – tales, everyday stories or imaginary stories – in order to allow each child to identify and escape.
“Each book we produce is a bridge between two worlds, that of the sighted and the blind. Our dream is that one day, these books will be accessible to everyone without distinction,” concludes Célia Maçon.
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