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of how scavenger hunts can be modified for learners with different levels of
literacy proficiency.
Figure 3
Examples of Scavenger Hunts for Learners with Different Levels of Literacy
Proficiency
Level of Literacy Proficiency Scavenger Hunt Activity
Emergent:
able to recognize symbols and match
them
Find signs around the classroom, school, and/or residential
neighborhood (naturally placed or instructor placed) by
matching them to their picture or tactile symbol.
Intermediate:
able to read and write with occasional
support
Follow written instructions or a map to locate signs,
specific items, and/or destinations in various settings (e.g.,
familiar indoor / outdoor areas; unfamiliar indoor / outdoor
areas).
Proficient:
able to read and write proficiently
independently
Follow written instructions or a map to locate signs,
specific items, and/or destinations in various settings (e.g.,
familiar indoor / outdoor areas; unfamiliar indoor / outdoor
areas).
Community Outings
Through movement and exploration, people (children and adults alike) learn
about and make sense of the world around them; and, this is no different for
individuals with visual impairment. Community outings provide students with real-
life experiences in which they can apply what they have learned during instruction
and encounter situations that spur curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving.
O&M outings, whether with an O&M specialist during instructional time or with
family and friends during personal time, can be especially supportive of literacy
