Going to the Playground, iOS App
by American Printing House for the Blind
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Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified May 23, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 23, 2026
This free iPad app from APH teaches young children with visual impairments spatial orientation concepts — left/right, in/out, up/down — using a playground setting designed to be accessible without relying on visual cues. It's built for children ages 3–5 who are blind or have low vision, developed specifically to support early orientation and mobility readiness. The app runs on a 9.7-inch iPad only, so it won't work on other iPad sizes or iPhone — an important constraint before downloading. It's a complete, free solution on its own, though a teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) or O&M specialist would likely integrate it into a broader early intervention program.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Download for free from the Apple App Store on a 9.7-inch iPad — open and use right away. - With professional help
A teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) or orientation and mobility (O&M) specialist can embed the app into early intervention or preschool programming to reinforce spatial concepts alongside real-world O&M instruction.
Getting it
Many states lend devices like this for free trial periods — find your state's AT lending program.
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.