Textured Sorting Circles and Shapes
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 set of magnetic shapes and sorting circles with distinct textures on each piece, designed so students with visual impairments can identify, categorize, and manipulate shapes through touch alone. It supports early math concepts like sorting, classification, and shape recognition in tactile form — the kind of foundational work that sighted students typically do with visual materials. This is a complete, self-contained manipulative kit; no additional hardware or software is needed. It's built for classroom use with students who are blind or have low vision, and at $172 it sits at a higher price point than generic sorting toys because of the tactile design work involved — Federal Quota eligibility means it can be purchased through a school's APH quota allocation, which offsets out-of-pocket cost for most programs.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Remove pieces from packaging and sort by shape or texture — ready to use in hands-on activities right away. - With professional help
A teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) or orientation and mobility specialist typically integrates this into math or tactile literacy lessons aligned to the student's IEP goals.
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.
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.