News The Read Read Helping blind and visually impaired children to learn to read independently Posted July 18, 2017 By Jill Anderson Former teacher Alex Tavares, Ed.M.’17, spent much of his year in the Technology, Innovation, and Education Program working on his invention, The Read Read, a device which allows blind and visually impaired children to independently learn how to read using the same techniques as teachers would use. This summer Tavares is continuing this work as he focuses on building an organization and scaling the device at the Harvard iLab. News The latest research, perspectives, and highlights from the Harvard Graduate School of Education Explore All Articles Related Articles News Every Child Has a Voice Building social-emotional learning skills through the arts News Liberating Learners Outside of School With Change the Tune, Ed.L.D. student Charli Kemp creates out-of-school learning experiences that help young people build compassionate relationships with themselves and their communities. News Up Next: CubbyCase A subscription box filled with education products and activities