Sound Matching Board II
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified July 3, 2026 · classified July 7, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · July 7, 2026
This is a hands-on tactile learning tool — a board holding a set of cylinders that, when shaken, produce distinct sounds at varying volumes or pitches. Students match cylinders by sound to develop auditory discrimination, sequencing, and positional concepts like first/last or loudest/quietest. It's designed for students who are blind or have low vision and need concrete, non-visual ways to explore ordering and matching concepts that sighted peers often learn through visual comparison. The board and cylinders are a complete, self-contained kit — no batteries, apps, or additional hardware needed. Results depend heavily on how a teacher or vision specialist integrates it into lessons, so having an educator of the visually impaired (TVI) guide the activities makes a real difference.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Open the kit, place cylinders on the board, and shake them to hear the sounds — ready to use right away. - With professional help
- A teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) or early childhood specialist structures activities around sequencing, matching, and directional language goals.
- Plan one or more introductory sessions to align the board's use with the student's IEP objectives. 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 July 3, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on July 7, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.