Tactile Connections, Guidebook, Braille
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 the braille-format instructor guidebook for Tactile Connections: Symbols for Communication, a curriculum from APH designed to teach early symbolic communication to students who are deafblind or have combined vision and hearing losses. The guide walks educators and interventionists through how to use tactile symbols — three-dimensional objects or textures paired with daily routines — as a bridge toward more formal communication systems. It's a companion resource to the Tactile Connections kit, not a standalone curriculum — you'll need the full Tactile Connections materials to implement the program. The braille format makes this accessible to teachers or specialists who are themselves blind or have low vision, which is a notable and intentional design choice by APH.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Open and read — this is a print/braille reference document, ready to use on receipt. - With professional help
- An intervener, special education teacher, or deafblind specialist should review the guidebook before implementing the Tactile Connections program.
- Coordinate with the IEP team (SLP, vision specialist, orientation & mobility) to align tactile symbol use with existing communication goals — allow several planning sessions before student implementation.
Getting 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.