A rectangular abacus with a black frame and green backing, holding rows of white beads on thin rods.

Mathematical Abacus - 13 Rows

by Independent Living Aids

$13.95, see price history

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Setup with instructions The abacus works with no electronics or pairing, but it only helps once someone is shown how to read the beads and use them for math. A family member or teacher can learn this from a short demonstration or a tutorial, so guided setup fits better than self-serve.

What it is

Summary

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

This is a rack-style abacus with 13 rows, used as a hands-on way to learn arithmetic. Moving the beads by hand gives a physical, countable model of numbers, which can help when learning to add and subtract, including for someone who works better by touch than by sight. It's a simple standalone tool with no power or software, but it doesn't teach itself, so a parent, teacher, or vision specialist will need to show how to read and move the beads.

Getting it

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Details

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Platform
Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$13.95
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Take the abacus out of the packaging and set it flat on a table or desk.
  • With a guide
    1. Have a parent, teacher, or vision specialist show how each row works and how to set and clear a number.
    2. Practice with simple counting and one-digit addition first, then move up to larger numbers. Plan about 20-30 minutes for the first lesson.

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: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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