10/15/2026
October is Blindness & Visual Impairment Awareness Month! 🧡
Did you know that something as simple as shaking a rattle can help build important developmental skills for a child who is blind or visually impaired? 🎶
Big skills can start with little moments of play!
For children with visual impairments, play is an opportunity to explore the world through sound, touch, movement, and connection.
Here’s a simple activity for parents, caregivers, and therapists to try:
Explore: Start with a familiar toy that makes a gentle sound. Let your child feel its shape and texture.
Connect: Make the sound while the toy is touching their hand, helping them connect what they feel with what they hear.
Pause: Give them time to listen, process, and respond. Sometimes the most important part of play is the wait!
Repeat: Encourage your child to make the sound themselves. Every little discovery is an opportunity to build confidence and coordination.
✨ Remember: The goal isn’t a perfect response. It’s creating opportunities for curiosity, connection, and discovery at your child’s own pace.
At BEST, we believe meaningful development happens through everyday moments—and that play is powerful!
đź“Ś Save this activity for your next playtime and share it with a parent, caregiver, or therapist!
