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Bricks for the Blind is a non-profit organization that
brings the joy of building LEGO® sets to blind people.

By following our free Text-based Building Instructions, people with visual impairments can
build LEGO sets and enjoy hours of relaxation, independence, and empowerment.

What Our Builders Say

  • Picture of young blind child with completed LEGO buildJonathan N.

    “I built this off-road truck that has suspension.  It’s my first ever LEGO build.  I think it’s cool and I want to build more sets!” View More

    Jonathan N.

  • Jacques holding a LEGO set and the box it came in with a big smile on his face!Jacques C.

    “I loved building LEGOs as a child, but after I lost my eyesight I couldn’t do it anymore. Then I found Bricks for the Blind, and now I can build… View More

    Jacques C.

  • Laia with Santa Claus post officeLaia I.

    “This is the largest LEGO set I’ve ever built using your instructions! I never thought I’d be able to build such a beautiful, massive set on my own!” View More

    Laia I.

  • Niall next to Saturn V rocket and Tranquil GardenNiall G.

    “I’ve always loved building LEGO, and Bricks for the Blind instructions make it even more enjoyable by giving me the freedom to create independently. From the intricate details of the… View More

    Niall G.

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How does Bricks for the Blind help blind people build LEGO sets?

We convert the visual instructions that come with LEGO sets…

Step 1

Lego’s instructions for step 1 of the Batman 1992 set, featuring a picture with highlighted pieces, and indications of where they should be placed.

Step 2

Lego’s instructions for step 2 of the Batman 1992 set, featuring a picture with highlighted pieces, and indications of where they should be placed.

…into Text-Based Building Instructions that visually impaired folks can read using their every day assistive technologies.

Step 1

1.1

Start by placing a light gray 3×3 plate in front of you.

1.2

Place a black 2×2 brick on the previous piece, even with the back right corner.

Step 2

2.1

Place a light gray 1×2 inverted slope, with the slope at the front, in front of the right column of the 2×2 brick from the previous step. Place another, with the slope at the left, to the left of the back row of the 2×2 brick from the previous step.

2.2

Place a dark gray 1×1 brick to the left of the front piece from the previous step. Place another in front of the left piece from the previous step. Now, only the front left stud of the 3×3 plate from step 1.1 should be exposed.

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