Children with low vision frequently benefit from orientation and mobility instruction at night. Focusing on the needs of children, this paper examines the challenges of after-dark travel. The physical effects of low light on both normal and abnormal vision are discussed. The resulting consequences for low vision travel skills and orientation skills are outlined. Techniques for efficient vision use are suggested. Night travel aids are discussed and evaluated. Impaired night driver vision and reduced pedestrian visibility are considered.
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