On the Way to Literacy, The Caterpillar
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified May 23, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 23, 2026
This is a tactile storybook from APH's 'On the Way to Literacy' series, designed to build early literacy and pre-braille skills in children who are blind or have low vision. The book follows a caterpillar's backyard adventure through a combination of textured, collaged surfaces that children can explore with their hands, along with a movable caterpillar component and a detachable butterfly finger puppet to support narrative engagement. It's part of a research-based APH curriculum sequence meant to develop tactile discrimination, story comprehension, and readiness skills before formal braille instruction begins. Because it's tied to a literacy curriculum, best results come when a teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) or early intervention specialist integrates it into structured reading sessions rather than using it as a standalone toy.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Open the book and explore tactile elements — sliding caterpillar and textured collage are ready to use right away. - With professional help
- A teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) or early intervention specialist should integrate this into the APH On the Way to Literacy sequence.
- Expect ongoing use across multiple sessions as part of a structured tactile literacy curriculum.
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.
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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 23, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.