What kind of information can you get from your sense of touch? Why are fingers used to read Braille? Students make their own secret code and see if their classmates can read what they wrote.
 
Questions Answered:
What kind of information can you get from your sense of touch? 
Why are fingers used to read Braille? 
 
Topics Addressed:
Blind individuals can read using a series of raised dots 
Sensitive fingertips allow humans to read Braille 
 
Materials Needed
dull pencil, tee shirt or tea towel
 
Preparation Time
none
 
Teaching Time 
About 20–30 minutes, longer with included writing assignment
 
Answer Key
Yes! Plus extensive teacher notes address the many questions that come up. You shouldn’t have to do outside research on this topic unless you want to. Specific charts and graphic organizers have keys. 
 
Target Audience
Middle School Students, Ages 11-14
 
Student Sheets
Scaffolded writing prompts & lab reporting 
Diagrams for labeling

Answer Keys and Teacher Notes address most questions and issues that might arise in this study—you shouldn’t have to do any outside research unless you want to.

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