On the Way to Literacy, Silly Squiggles
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
Silly Squiggles is a braille storybook with raised-line drawings from APH's On the Way to Literacy series, designed to build early literacy and tactile reading skills in young children who are blind or have significant visual impairments. The story follows a worm-like character moving through various actions, giving young readers tactile illustrations they can explore with their fingers alongside the braille text. This is a complete, standalone book — no additional hardware or software needed — but it works best as part of a structured literacy program guided by a teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) or early childhood specialist. Worth knowing: APH has listed this product as discontinued, so availability may be limited to remaining stock.
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 raised-line illustrations and braille text directly — no setup required. - With professional help
A teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) can incorporate this into a structured early literacy curriculum, pairing it with tactile exploration activities and pre-braille readiness work. Typical use is within an IEP-driven literacy program over multiple sessions.
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 23, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.