Build-A-Cell: Bacteria Organelles
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified May 14, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 14, 2026
This is a replacement set of tactile organelle pieces for APH's Build-A-Cell bacteria activity, designed so students with visual impairments can explore cell biology through touch rather than sight. The components represent bacterial organelles in raised, three-dimensional form that students can identify, manipulate, and assemble to learn cell structure. This is a replacement/spare part — it only makes sense if you already own the Build-A-Cell main kit (catalog number 1-08974-00); it's not a standalone learning activity on its own. The flat pack format (about 10×14 inches, under half an inch thick) stores easily, but because this is a replacement item, there's no included instruction guide — you'd rely on the documentation from the original kit.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Locate the original Build-A-Cell kit for instructions and activity guides.
- Use replacement pieces to replenish missing or worn organelle components.
- With professional help
A teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) or science educator typically facilitates the Build-A-Cell activity within a structured lesson aligned to Next Generation Science Standards.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from American Printing House for the Blind — view on vendor site; last verified June 15, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on May 14, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.