Joseph ShavitJan 26, 2022Digital Braille speaker communicates using mid-air pulsesResearchers have developed a digital-age speaker system that permits the blind to read Braille using ultrasound waves in mid-air.
Joseph ShavitJan 18, 2022Improving reading skills through action video games An Italian-Swiss team demonstrates children reading skills can be improved through a novel child-friendly action video game.
Joseph ShavitAug 10, 2021Texas boy on a mission to donate 500,000 books by the end of the month Orion Jean is 10-year-old boy on a mission. Before the end of the month, he wants to donate 500,000 books to children in Fort-Worth Texas.
Joseph ShavitJul 10, 2021Handwriting beats typing and watching videos for learning to readThough writing by hand is being eclipsed by the ease of computers, a new study finds we shouldn't be so quick to throw away pencil and paper
Joseph ShavitJun 23, 2021New Kentucky sweepstakes awards children $1,000 to encourage summer readingProgramming, materials, and activities for elementary-aged children should be a core part of every library’s offerings year-round.
Joseph ShavitFeb 2, 2021Barbara Bush foundation, city of Houston team up to take on illiteracyFormer first lady Barbara Bush’s foundation is partnering with the city of Houston to increase the city's jaw-dropping adult literacy rates.