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Letters from Santa in braille

This is just a piece of information I'm passing along for anyone interested. Sounds like fun to me!

National Federation of the Blind Partners with Santa to Promote Braille Literacy


Once again, Santa has enlisted the help of the elves at the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Jernigan Institute to get Braille letters out to hundreds of blind boys and girls this Christmas season.

Dr. Marc Maurer, President of the National Federation of the Blind, said: “Santa approached the National Federation of the Blind a couple of years ago and asked us to be his helpers. I’m quite fond of the fellow and was delighted that we could assist him in his work. Braille literacy is the key to success and opportunity for the blind, but unfortunately too few blind children are learning it today. This program will not only spread holiday cheer but will also serve an important educational purpose, as blind children will be able to practice reading Braille as they enjoy their letter from merry Saint Nicholas.”

Through December 20, parents can go online and fill out a Santa Braille Letter request form. The form can also be printed and faxed to (410) 685-2340. Braille letters will be accompanied by a print copy for mom and dad to read.
Braille letters from Santa have already started going out to boys and girls around the country. The deadline for letter requests is December 20, to ensure that a return letter in Braille is received before Christmas.










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