This magazine article explains how Louis Braille developed a system of reading for the blind which was called Braille in his honor.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Louis Braille and the alphabet he created for blind people. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

An image of Louis Braille.

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