Washington Talking Book and Braille Library

Talking Books - The Library circulates varied collection of books and magazines on digital audio cartridges. Special digital players needed to use these materials are provided free of charge. Braille - Braille books are available from the Library collection. A special children's collection includes books combining print and braille so that blind and sighted readers may share their reading enjoyment. Large Print - Large print books for readers who cannot easily read conventional-size print are available for browsing and checking out. The Library collections actively promote braille literacy for both adults and children. Special in-house materials have been designed and produced for this purpose. BARD downloads access audio and braille materials to your desktop or smart device. Reference - The Library offers disability focused reference service to patrons and the public. Children's Services - The Orrico children's room has accessible toys and furniture, print-braille infant and toddler books, and video and print parenting resources. Families of infants and toddlers can find information on enriching prebraille literacy skills. Readers 6 to 18 can sign up for the annual by-mail summer reading program.