Revolutionary Tactile Book ‘All About Orion’ Lets Blind and Visually Impaired Kids Touch the Stars
Astronomy gets an inclusive upgrade with the new tactile book ‘All About Orion’—making the stars accessible to every child.
- Release: 2025 Edition, now available in paperback and spiral bound
- Unique Feature: Tactile constellations & braille text for hands-on learning
- Page Count: 24 large-format, interactive pages
- Publisher: Clovernook Press, a division of Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Award-winning astronomer Dean Regas has launched “All About Orion,” a groundbreaking book that welcomes children of all abilities into the mysteries of the night sky. Published by Clovernook Press, this book is set to become a new staple for inclusive STEM education in 2025.
The night sky holds wonder for all—but for children who are blind or visually impaired, exploring the constellations has always required extra creativity. Now, that barrier is being broken down. “All About Orion” arrives as a large, easy-to-handle (8½” by 11″) book filled with tactile constellations and raised illustrations. Young readers can literally touch the stars—feeling their way across Orion’s belt, the Horsehead Nebula, and more.
What truly sets this book apart is its tactile design. Every copy features special translucent pages with raised dots, enabling braille readers to explore both words and images. The spiral-bound edition features the complete text in braille, making it even more accessible for children who rely on touch.
Q: What Makes ‘All About Orion’ Stand Out?
Unlike typical astronomy books, “All About Orion” delivers its cosmic journey through touch. Dean Regas, known for his popular “Looking Up” podcast on NPR, weaves a narrative that doesn’t just describe Orion—it guides readers to interact with it.
- Chapters introduce key star patterns, including “The Seven Sisters,” “Scorpius the Scorpion,” and “Taurus the Bull.”
- Special sections let kids explore Betelgeuse, Orion’s belt, the Orion Nebula, and the iconic Horsehead Nebula with their fingertips.
- Creative pages encourage every reader to invent their own constellations and stories, deepening engagement and learning.
How Can Parents and Teachers Use This Book?
This book is more than reading—it’s an experience. Here’s how to make the most of it:
- Let children trace the raised shapes to build spatial awareness and memory.
- Read both the print and braille text together, making it an interactive group activity.
- Encourage creativity by asking kids to invent their star patterns and myths, then let them share their stories aloud.
- Use the book as a springboard into broader space topics, referencing resources like NASA and Sky & Telescope.
Q: Why Is Inclusive Astronomy Education Trending in 2025?
This year, educators and families demand more accessible learning tools as awareness grows around equitable STEM opportunities. Tactile books like “All About Orion” bridge the gap, offering multisensory experiences that benefit sighted and visually impaired learners alike—a pivotal trend in modern education.
Ready to Inspire the Next Generation of Stargazers?
Don’t miss the chance to open up the universe for every child. Add “All About Orion” to your library and make space exploration a truly inclusive adventure!
- ✅ Choose the edition that fits your need: Paperback or Spiral Bound with Braille
- ✅ Guide hands along the textured constellations and learn through touch
- ✅ Get creative—let kids craft their own cosmic stories
- ✅ Pair with digital resources from NASA and NPR for endless discovery
- ✅ Transform every child’s view of the stars—regardless of vision
