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
“I have used your instructions to build more than 20 LEGO sets. I love having the freedom to do this by myself! I am excited about the new models coming… View More
Jolene N.
“It has been amazing to be able to independently build LEGO sets. I have wanted to do this since I was a kid, and now I actually can – thank… View More
Saqib S.
“I love building sets with your instructions. It is such a thrill to build something independently. I would like people with visual problems to know that they can have fun… View More
Matteo P.
“As a blind child, I never thought I’d be able to build a LEGO set. Thanks to Bricks for the Blind, I can enjoy building LEGO sets as an adult,… View More
Natalie C.
“I love building LEGO sets. As an adult, this is the first time ever that I have independently been able to complete LEGO sets as a blind builder. I love… View More
Renée G.
“I love building LEGO sets. As an adult, this is the first time ever that I have independently been able to complete LEGO sets as a blind builder. I love… View More
Renée G.
“It was so exciting that I could be autonomous in building my LEGO set. I plan to build more!” View More
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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
Step 2
…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.
The Ghost
Launch into the fantastic world of collectible LEGO® Microfighters with this miniaturized version of Hera Syndulla’s personal starship, The Ghost,…
Western Bandit’s Wheel Gun
Keep the Sheriff at bay with the Bandit’s Wheel Gun! With his wheeled gun, a revolver, and a lit stick…
Tranquil Garden
Enjoy a mindful building project with the LEGO® Icons Tranquil Garden (10315) building set for adults. Rewind as you craft…
