A white book cover with a large blue balloon illustration and the title "The Blue Balloon" in blue text.

On the Way to Literacy: The Blue Balloon

by American Printing House for the Blind

$160.00, see price history

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Setup with instructions A family member or teacher can use these materials with the written guidance and a bit of planning. No assessment or custom fitting is needed. Results are better when an adult reads along and builds a routine, so it fits guided setup.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The Blue Balloon is an early-literacy story set in UEB (Unified English Braille). It follows a boy and his dog Kipper, who find a special blue balloon in the garden. It's meant for young children who are starting to explore braille.

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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Where to get it

American Printing House for the Blind Visit
$160.00

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Details

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$160.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district

What setup looks like

  • With a guide
    1. Unpack the materials and look through them first so you know how the story is laid out before sharing it with the child.
    2. Plan short, relaxed reading sessions with a parent, teacher or teacher of students with visual impairments, reading together and letting the child explore the pages by touch. Expect about 30 minutes to get familiar with the materials.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from American Printing House for the Blind — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 1, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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