(Louis) Dinosaur Fleas (Tactile)
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified June 11, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · June 11, 2026
Dinosaur Fleas is a tactile-format book in APH's Louis library — a children's picture book adapted with raised tactile graphics so students who are blind or have low vision can explore illustrations through touch alongside the text. It's designed for early learners who are developing tactile literacy, the skill of reading and interpreting raised-line images that underpins braille readiness. This is a complete, ready-to-use item — no additional hardware or software needed. Federal Quota funds are available for eligible students, which is the typical funding route for APH materials through schools for the blind and resource programs. The tactile illustrations are fixed and can wear with repeated handling, so it's best treated as a shared classroom resource rather than a personal daily-use item.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Open and use directly — no setup required.
- Pair with verbal read-aloud or braille text to support full comprehension of the story alongside tactile image exploration.
- With professional help
- A teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) can guide the student through tactile image interpretation and connect exploration to literacy goals.
- Order through school's Federal Quota account if applicable — a TVI or VI program coordinator manages this process.
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 June 11, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.