Tactile Book Builder Kit, Pack of Zip-lock Pages (Set of 5)
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
These are replacement zip-lock page inserts for the APH Tactile Book Builder Kit, a system that lets educators and parents create custom tactile books for students who are blind or have low vision. Each page has a zip-lock closure so tactile symbols, objects, or braille labels can be inserted and swapped out as book content changes. A set of five pages is useful for refreshing worn pages or expanding an existing kit. This is a consumable accessory — you need the Tactile Book Builder Kit (catalog 1-08826-00) for the full system; these pages alone don't constitute a complete solution. Because the pages are designed for teacher- or parent-created content, the quality of the finished books depends heavily on whoever is building them knowing how to select and position meaningful tactile elements.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert tactile symbols, objects, or braille labels into the zip-lock pocket of each page.
- Snap or bind pages into an existing Tactile Book Builder Kit binder to use immediately.
- With a guide
- Review APH guidance on tactile book design to select appropriate tactile elements for your student's literacy level.
- Prepare and insert content into each page (15–30 minutes per book depending on complexity). See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
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 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.