A tactile science kit with a blue slate board holding a raised fish image, a spiral guidebook, and picture cards.

Sense of Science: Animals

by American Printing House for the Blind

$562.00, see price history

Price is what the vendor listed when last checked. Confirm it with the vendor before buying.

Setup with instructions A family member or teacher can prepare this with the included instructions and get good results, so guided setup fits. It helps to look through the materials and lesson plan first so you can support the student during the activities. It does not need a clinical assessment.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

Sense of Science: Animals is part of a science series built to make the subject accessible and approachable for students who are blind or have low vision. It's designed for young learners studying animals.

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

American Printing House for the Blind Visit
$562.00

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How to fund this

These are common places to ask about paying for equipment like this. Each one decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so start by asking them.

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Details

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$562.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Unpack the materials and check that everything listed by the manufacturer is included.
  • With a guide
    1. Read the teacher or caregiver guide so you know how the lessons and materials fit together.
    2. Go through the activities yourself once before using them with a student, so you can explain each piece.
    3. Plan on about 30 minutes to prepare.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from American Printing House for the Blind — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 1, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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