On the Way to Literacy, The Longest Noodle
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
A tactile storybook from APH's 'On the Way to Literacy' series, featuring braille text alongside raised-line drawings that a child can trace with their fingertips. The story follows a child discovering the world's longest noodle — the kind of simple, playful narrative designed to hold a young reader's attention while they build tactile literacy skills. This is a complete, ready-to-use book: nothing additional is required to read it, though a teacher or TVI (teacher of students with visual impairments) will typically incorporate it into a structured braille readiness curriculum. The raised-line illustrations help young children connect the text to visual concepts, but they require a degree of tactile discrimination skill — some children will need guided practice before they can interpret the drawings independently.
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 begin reading — braille text and raised-line drawings are ready to use with no setup. - With professional help
- A teacher of students with visual impairments (TVI) can integrate this book into a braille readiness or early literacy program.
- Expect the TVI to guide initial sessions on interpreting raised-line illustrations, typically within regular instruction time.
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.