Product Description

Use TactileDoodle and quickly generate tactile, raised-line graphics to convey a variety of concepts or art within the classroom or at home, including:

• demonstrate a variety of concepts related to science, math, geography, etc.
• illustrate spatial concepts and simple maps.
• practice handwriting skills.
• play interactive games (e.g. tic-tac-toe).
• complete more open-ended, artistic drawing activities.
• practice tracing skills (e.g. tracing within a stencil or around a 3D object).
• provide tactile illustrations during teachable moments.

To see how TactileDoodle differs from Draftsman, please read below.

Frame design
DRAFTSMAN: Rectangular frame with gutters for add-on/sliding tactile ruler
TactileDoodle: Streamlined/modern appearance with curved frame and resting area for hand

Visual appearance of drawn tactile lines
DRAFTSMAN: Drawn tactile images appear white (or blushed) against a beige padded surface
TactileDoodle: Drawn tactile images appear white against a black background/padded surface for enhanced visual contrast (or chalkboard appearance)

Drawing stylus
DRAFTSMAN: Complemented by a two-ended stylus to generate two different line types
TactileDoodle: Complemented by a short, single-tip drawing stylus (ideal for use by younger students)

Hinge design
DRAFTSMAN: Locking hinges or “wings” for securing drawing film on drawing surface
TactileDoodle: Standard clip-board style clamps (same as used for APH’s ReadWrite stands) for securing drawing film on padded surface

Selling price
DRAFTSMAN: $263.00 (available with Quota funds)
TactileDoodle: $125.00 (available with Quota funds)