(Louis) Building on Patterns, First Grade, Unit 5, This and That
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified May 14, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 14, 2026
Building on Patterns is APH's braille reading curriculum for early elementary students, and this is the digital file for the First Grade Unit 5 instructional materials. The e-file format delivers braille-ready content that teachers or braille transcribers can emboss locally, covering phonics and early literacy skills appropriate to the 'This and That' unit. This is a curriculum component, not a standalone product — you'll need a braille embosser and the appropriate software to produce the tactile materials, and it fits within a larger, structured scope-and-sequence program used by Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVIs). It's Federal Quota eligible, which means eligible students can access it through their state's APH quota allocation at no direct cost to the family or district.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Download the e-file from APH after purchase. - With a guide
- Open the file with compatible braille translation software (such as Duxbury or BrailleBlaster).
- Emboss the materials using a braille printer — expect 15-30 minutes of setup and print time per unit. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
- With professional help
A Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) should guide implementation within the full Building on Patterns curriculum sequence and adapt pacing for the individual student.
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 14, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.