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Self-report of 74 congenitally blind persons explores self-concept and degree of integration into the sighted community. The majority of the subjects revealed a predominantly positive self-image and a high degree of independence. Although the sample does not represent a cross-section of the blind population, it does disclose thoughts, feelings, and life experiences of blind people.

The creative movement class was begun to provide visually handicapped children in the public schools with an appropriate physical education program. The emphasis was on the development of motor skills, posture, orientation, balance, and self-concept. Sample lessons describing the exercises and activities of the class are given, along with a summary of some of the special techniques that were found to be useful.