Development of A Soft Human Body Model to Help Blind Children Understand That “Eating Builds The Body” (1)

Abstract

This study aims to develop educational tools for blind children to understand the meaning of eating and its role in building the body. The proposed tool allows children to experience the journey of food through touch, from chewing to digestion and excretion, fostering interest in food and healthy eating habits. A survey of existing materials revealed a lack of tools that convey food flow and transformation through touch. To address this, a soft, life-sized human model was prototyped. Future work focuses on refining the model for more effective education.