Going to the Playground, Overlays
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
Clear tactile overlays that fit over a 9.7-inch iPad screen and pair with a free companion iOS app to help preschool-age children learn spatial orientation concepts — left/right, in/out, up/down — through a virtual playground environment. The physical overlays add raised tactile feedback to the touchscreen, making abstract directional concepts more concrete for young learners who benefit from multi-sensory input. This is a two-part system: the overlays and frame are what you're buying here, but the experience only works when used with the free 'Going to the Playground' iOS app on a 9.7-inch iPad specifically — no other iPad size is compatible. Designed primarily for children with visual impairments or blindness, but the tactile + auditory + visual approach also makes it useful for sighted children who learn better through touch.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Download the free 'Going to the Playground' app from the App Store on a 9.7-inch iPad. - With a guide
- Attach the frame to the 9.7-inch iPad and place the appropriate tactile overlay onto the screen.
- Launch the app and guide the child through the playground activities using the tactile overlay as a reference map — expect 10-15 minutes to get familiar with the activity structure. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
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.