CAN-DO 4 Line x 28 Cells Aluminum Slate & Stylus, Pins on Bottom
by Can-Do
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What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026
This aluminum slate and stylus let you write braille by hand, one dot at a time. The slate holds four lines of 28 cells each, with the pins on the bottom and a slot for tape. A stylus comes in the box, so you can start punching dots as soon as you learn the method. Hand-writing braille this way takes practice, so plan some time to learn it.
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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Details
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- Type
- Addresses
- Platform
- Age range
- Complexity
- Setup with instructions
- Price
- $8.95
- Funding
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What setup looks like
- Out of the box
Take the slate and stylus out of the box. Both are included, and no batteries or power are needed. - With a guide
- Slide a sheet of paper or card between the two halves of the slate and close it. Press the stylus into a cell to punch each dot.
- Follow a braille writing guide or video to learn the dot positions and how to write them. Writing runs right to left, so the page is read flipped over. Expect about 30 minutes to get comfortable with the basic method.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Independent Living Aids — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 4, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.