TactileDoodle

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

Learn more about this product with the Accessible Fine Arts that Sparks Creativity and Tactile Aids for Mathematics courses on the APH Hive!