Welcome to the Braille Bug®

Braille is a reading and writing system that uses touch instead of sight. It has opened the door to literacy, independence, and opportunity for millions of people and it is still used today.

Discover Braille

Braille is a reading and writing system that uses touch instead of sight. It has opened the door to literacy, independence, and opportunity for millions of people and it is still used today.

BrailleBug helps students, educators, and curious learners explore how braille works, why it matters, and how it connects to history, learning, and future possibilities. This site is designed for everyone, whether you are encountering braille for the first time or building on what you already know.

BrailleBug also supports learning connected to The Dot Experience, an upcoming museum focused on tactile discovery and braille literacy.