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The following titles have been selected from materials added to the NLS reference collections during spring 2006. Entries are arranged according to subject headings developed and used by the NLS Reference Section for its collections. Wherever possible, prices of publications have been included. Full publishers' addresses are included when they are not readily obtainable through libraries and bookstores. Items marked with an asterisk (*) are especially recommended for basic reference collections in libraries serving visually and physically handicapped readers.
Requests for materials listed should be sent directly to the publishers or sources cited with each entry. Items are not available from NLS unless specifically indicated.
Mattlin, Ben. "Look, Ma—no hands!" New mobility, v. 17, Apr. 2006: 46-50.
(*)2006 Accessworld guide to assistive technology products. New York: AFB Press, 2006. 229p. Large print. $24.95.
"A beginner's guide to access technology for blind students: part one." Future reflections, v. 25, winter spring 2006: 29-35.
(*)Library of Congress. National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. Assistive technology products for information access. Compiled by Carol Strauss. Washington, 2006. 28p. Free. (reference circular 06-01). Also available online at www.loc.gov/nls/reference/circulars/assistive.html.
Philips, Carolyn. "A closer look: how Georgians with special needs are making a difference by increasing awareness and access to assistive technology." EP magazine, v.36, June 2006: 34-38.
Castellano, Carol. "Blindness awareness" for the class. Future reflections, v. 25, winter spring 2006: 23-25.
Peters, Tom, and Lori Bell. "Audio description adds value to digital images." Computers in libraries, v. 26, Apr. 2006: 26-28.
(*)Hess, Aimee. Helen Keller. Petaluma, CA: Pomegranate Communications, Inc., in association with the Library of Congress, 2006. 64p. $12.95. (Box 808022, 94975).
Pierce, Barbara. "The blind child: part of the family, part of the world." Future reflections, v. 25, winter spring 2006: 50-53.
Bolt, David. "Caught in the chasm: literary representation and suicide among people with impaired vision." British journal of visual impairment, v.23, Sept. 2005: 117-121.
(*)Wittenstein, Stuart H. "A look back: 100 years of braille and communication media." Journal of visual impairment and blindness, v. 100, Apr. 2006: 197-202.
(*)Cooper, Holly L. "A brief history of tactile writing systems for readers with blindness and visual impairments." Retrieved June 20, 2006. www.tsbvi.edu/Outreach/seehear/spring06/history.htm.
Wetzel, Robin, and Marie Knowlton. "Studies of braille reading rates and implications for the Unified English Braille Code." Journal of visual impairment and blindness, v.100, May 2006: 275-284.
Knowlton, Marie, and Robin Wetzel. "Analysis of the length of braille texts in English Braille American edition, the Nemeth code, and computer braille code versus the Unified English Braille Code." Journal of visual impairment and blindness, v. 100, May 2006: 267-274.
Wetzel, Robin and Marie Knowlton. "Focus group research on the implications of adopting the Unified English Braille Code." Journal of visual impairment and blindness, v. 100, Apr. 2006: 203-211.
Leibs, Andrew. "Cultivating web resources crucial for blind job seekers." Dialogue, v. 45, May June 2006: 27-30.
Cataract. Chicago, IL: Prevent Blindness America, 2005. 10p. [pamphlet]. Single copy free. (211 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1700, 60606).
Myers, Karen A. "Campus voices: Abigail, first-year experience." Dialogue, v. 45, May June 2006: 22-26.
James, Debbie, Janet Soper, and Mark Gray. "Providing appropriate one-to-one support for deaf-blind people." NB, issue 4, Apr. 2006: 34-36.
(*)Chen, Deborah, and June Downing. Tactile learning strategies: interacting with children who have visual impairments and multiple disabilities. New York: AFB Press, 2006. Video recording. 62 min. In English and Spanish. $79.95.
Diabetic retinopathy. Chicago, IL: Prevent Blindness America, 2004. 7p. [pamphlet]. Single copy free. (211 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1700, 60606).
Bruni, Maryanne. Fine motor skills for children with Down syndrome: a guide for parents and professionals. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House, 2006. 241p. 2nd ed. $19.95.
French, Sally. "Don't look! the history of education for partially sighted children." British journal of visual impairment, v. 23, Sept. 2005: 108-113.
Mason, Norah. "Emergency preparedness for those with special needs." EP magazine, v. 36, May 2006: 30-33.
Ramirez, Maurice A. "How to P.L.A.N. for disaster." Braille forum, v. 44, Mar. 2006: 2-6.
Lehmann, Ilana S. "Minimum wage rates and employment of individuals with disabilities." Journal of rehabilitation, v. 72, Apr. May June 2006: 50-57.
Latham, Patricia H., and Peter S. Latham. "Attention deficit disorder in the workplace: employers and employees—partners in progress." LDA newsbriefs, v. 41, Mar. Apr. 2006: 10.
Signs of possible eye trouble in adults: common eye diseases in adults. Chicago, IL: Prevent Blindness America, 2004. 2p. [pamphlet]. Single copy free. (211 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1700, 60606).
Signs of possible eye trouble in children: children's eye problems. Chicago, IL: Prevent Blindness America, 2005. 2p. [pamphlet]. Single copy free.
Guide for people with glaucoma. Chicago, IL: Prevent Blindness America, 2003. 22p. [booklet]. Single copy free.
Open angle glaucoma. Chicago: IL: Prevent Blindness America, 2004. 5p. [pamphlet]. Single copy free.
Del Boccio, Ronda. "The cutting edge: low-vision kitchen safety." Dialogue, v. 45, May June 2006: 49-52.
"Supportive housing for an aging society." Generations, v. 29, winter 2005 2006: 5-82. (entire issue).
Moore, J. Elton, and others. "Functional outcomes and consumer satisfaction in the independent living program for older individuals who are blind." Journal of visual impairment and blindness, v. 100, May 2006: 285-294.
"The blind educate Congress." Future reflections, v. 25, winter spring 2006: 43-47.
Steer, Michael, and Leonie Cheetham. "Audio from orbit: the future of libraries for individuals who are blind or vision impaired." British journal of visual impairment, v. 23, Sept. 2005: 114-116.
Baskin, Amy, and Heather Fawcett. More than a mom: living a full and balanced life when your child has special needs. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House, 2006. 487p. $18.95. (6510 Bells Mill Rd, 20817).
Sacks, Sharon Z., and Karen E. Wolffe, eds. Teaching social skills to students with visual impairments: from theory to practice. New York: AFB Press, 2006. 519p. $49.95.
Prine, Stephen, and George F. Thuronyi. "The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped." In Encyclopedia of the Library of Congress: for Congress, the nation, and the world. Washington: Library of Congress in association with Bernan Press, 2004. p. 39-43.
Emerson, Robert Wall, Anne Corn, and Mary Ann Siller. "Trends in braille and large-print production in the United States: 2000-2004." Journal of visual impairment and blindness, v. 100, Mar. 2006: 137-151.
"Traveling with a child with special needs: preparation is the key to success." EP magazine, v. 36, May 2006: 75-76.
Hackett, Stephanie, and Bambang Parmanto. "Usability of AcceSS for web site accessibility." Journal of visual impairment and blindness, v. 100, Mar. 2006: 173-181.
Honan, Michael. "What a cane can do for you." Sharing solutions (Lighthouse International), spring 2006: 1-3.
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