(Louis) Shining Star of Science, A (Braille)
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified June 15, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · June 15, 2026
This is a braille-format edition of 'A Shining Star of Science,' a science-themed book produced by the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) for braille readers. It's designed for students who are blind or have significant vision loss and are learning science content through tactile literacy — the kind of material that would typically support classroom instruction or independent reading at the elementary or middle school level. This is a physical braille volume you receive in the mail; no device, software, or setup is required to use it. It's Federal Quota eligible, meaning schools and programs for blind students can acquire it through the federally funded APH quota system rather than paying out of pocket.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Open the braille volume and begin reading — no devices or setup required.
Getting 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 June 15, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.