(Louis) Illustrative Mathematics, Book 1, Units 1-3 (Braille)
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 27, 2026 · classified July 1, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · July 1, 2026
This is a braille transcription of the Illustrative Mathematics curriculum, Book 1 covering Units 1–3, produced by the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) through their Louis database. It converts the standard print math textbook into tactile braille format so students who are blind or have significant vision loss can access the same grade-level math content as their sighted peers. The product is a physical braille volume — printed and bound braille pages — not a digital file or software. At over $1,100, this reflects the specialized production cost of embossed braille materials; it is Federal Quota eligible, meaning schools serving students with visual impairments can often use federal quota funds administered through APH to cover the cost. Keep in mind this is part of a series: other books and unit sets for the full Illustrative Mathematics curriculum are sold separately, so a complete course requires purchasing additional volumes.
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. - With professional help
- A Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) should coordinate ordering through the school's Federal Quota account and verify the correct grade-level volume matches the student's curriculum placement.
- The TVI or classroom teacher should orient the student to the book's tactile layout and any diagrammatic content before independent use.
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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How to Fund This
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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 27, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on July 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.