[blparent] Presentation opportunities

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Recently, I have had some opportunities to  teach some kids in elementary 
grades a little about blindness.  In Texas last week, I talked to several 
classes of first and second graders. I read them a book called Mandy Sue day 
in Braille about a blind girl and her horse. I also showed my cane and 
answered questions. I talked to about 12 fourth grade classes at another 
school. I answered questions and  read a book called Mom Can't See Me from 
the perspective of a nine year old with a blind mom. Here in Ann Arbor, 
Center for Independent Living has been having me volunteer at work shops 
that expose local fourth graders to different disabilities. I read a few 
pages of a story in Braille, then help them make their initials on the 
Perkins Brailler and again with candy dots. I think both myself and the kids 
have enjoyed our time together.