How Educators Can Request Little Dandelion Press as an Approved Vendor

How Educators Can Request Little Dandelion Press as an Approved Vendor

Finding instructional materials that truly support access, inclusion, and meaningful learning can be challenging — especially for students with cortical visual impairment (CVI), low vision, and diverse sensory or developmental needs.

At Little Dandelion Press, we create books with these learners at the center of our design process. Our resources are CVI‑informed, visually accessible, and thoughtfully developed to support early literacy, language development, and inclusive instruction.

The good news? Many school districts allow educators to request new instructional vendors when materials support student learning goals.

Below is a simple overview of how to begin the process.

Step 1: Begin with Your Special Education Team

Start by reaching out to your campus or district Special Education office. This may include a Diagnostician (DO), Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI), Special Education Coordinator, or Program Director.

These professionals understand student needs, instructional access, and district processes and can help guide your request forward.

Step 2: Ask About the Vendor Approval Process

Once educational need is established, ask who manages approved vendor requests. In many districts, this step transitions to the purchasing or procurement department, which handles vendor setup and documentation.

Step 3: Explain the Instructional Value

When advocating for Little Dandelion Press materials, it can be helpful to highlight that our books:

• Are designed to support visual access and reduced complexity
• Reinforce early literacy and concept development
• Are appropriate for classrooms, libraries, and therapy environments
• Support inclusive instruction for a wide range of learners

Clear, accessible materials help students engage, understand, and thrive.

Step 4: Reach Out for Support

You don’t have to navigate this process alone. Little Dandelion Press is happy to provide product details, documentation, or support as you move through your district’s approval process.

If you’re unsure who to contact or what information is needed, we’re just an email away.

Learn More

Visit www.LittleDandelionPress.com to explore our books and learn more about our mission.

For questions or support, contact us at info@littledandelionpress.com.

Because access matters — and every student deserves materials designed with their needs in mind.

FAQs

What does it mean for Little Dandelion Press to be an approved vendor?

Being an approved vendor means that schools, districts, and educational programs can purchase Little Dandelion Press books using formal purchasing processes such as purchase orders, procurement systems, or reimbursement pathways. This helps educators access our CVI-friendly and inclusive books within their existing budget and approval systems.

How do educators request Little Dandelion Press as an approved vendor?

Educators can typically request us through their school or district purchasing department. Many districts allow staff to recommend new vendors when materials directly support instructional goals, accessibility needs, or special education services. Our blog outlines step-by-step how to submit that request and what information may be needed.

Can schools use purchase orders to buy LDP books?

Yes. Many schools and districts can purchase Little Dandelion Press books using purchase orders. We support educator and district ordering for classroom sets, therapy use, and library collections.

Are Little Dandelion Press books used in special education programs?

Yes. Our books are widely used in special education classrooms, early intervention settings, vision support programs, and therapy environments. They are designed with accessibility in mind, including CVI-friendly layouts, high contrast visuals, and simplified designs that support participation and learning.

What types of educators use LDP materials?

Our materials are used by a wide range of professionals, including special education teachers, vision teachers (TVIs), occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, early childhood educators, and school librarians.

Do you offer bulk or classroom orders?

Yes. We offer bulk ordering options for schools, districts, and educational programs. Bulk orders are commonly used for classroom libraries, therapy kits, CVI support materials, and district-wide literacy initiatives.

Why are CVI-friendly books important in classrooms?

CVI-friendly books help reduce visual complexity so children with Cortical Visual Impairment can more easily access and engage with educational content. Features like high contrast, simplified imagery, and intentional layout design support visual attention, participation, and inclusive learning experiences.

Are Little Dandelion Press books appropriate for inclusive classrooms?

Absolutely. While designed with CVI and visual accessibility in mind, our books are used in inclusive classrooms to support a wide range of learners, including emergent readers and students who benefit from simplified, structured visual input.