2 Bells MountedF Sharp
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0063A007
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Bell Domes
- Polished metal
- Bases
- Natural wood and painted wood
- EAN
- 8719924004057
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AMI approval
The material is approved by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). Nienhuis has made Montessori materials since 1929.
A verifiable original
The EAN 8719924004057 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
2 Bells Mounted in a child's hands
F sharp, the chromatic bell that most often arrives second, because it sits at the interval where a child who has learned the naturals will already have noticed something missing. Semitone work is slower than anything before it and that is expected: the pairs are close, the ear tires, and short sessions repeated over weeks beat one long one. Sold singly so a set can grow at the pace the ear does. Metal on a wooden base, for ages 3 to 6.
Auditory Discrimination
Matching identical pitches refines the child's ability to perceive subtle sound differences
Musical Intelligence
Introduction to specific musical pitches builds foundation for future musical education
Concentration Development
Focused listening required for bell work strengthens attention span and mindfulness
Sensorial Refinement
Isolating the sense of hearing through bell exercises enhances overall sensory perception
How to present it
Place both F Sharp bells on a table mat, wood-based bell on left, black-based bell on right. Have a small striker ready. Ensure quiet environment for optimal sound perception.
- 1Strike the wood-based F Sharp bell gently with the striker, letting it ring completely
- 2Wait for silence, then strike the black-based F Sharp bell with same force
- 3Strike wood-based bell again, then immediately the black-based bell to compare
- 4Invite child to strike each bell, discovering they produce the same sound
- 5Mix positions of bells and ask child to find the matching sounds
3 tips for parents
- Create quiet moments at home for listening games, turn off background noise when exploring sounds
- Use everyday objects to create matching sound games: two identical spoons on different surfaces
- Sing simple songs together, noting when voices match the same pitch
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What's in the Box
- F Sharp Bell with Natural Wood Base: Light-colored wooden handle and base
- F Sharp Bell with Black Base: Black-painted wooden handle and base
Size and material
| Packaging | 15 × 15 × 11 cm |
| Bell Domes | Polished metal |
| Bases | Natural wood and painted wood |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe bells with soft dry cloth; clean bases with damp cloth
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with the 2 Bells Mounted F Sharp set?
The set includes two precision-tuned F Sharp bells, one mounted on a natural wood base and one on a black base. Both bells produce identical F Sharp pitch, allowing children to match sounds while distinguishing them visually.
How do children use these bells in Montessori activities?
Children strike the bells with a mallet to produce sound, then match the identical pitches despite different visual appearances. This develops auditory discrimination, concentration, and introduces musical concepts through hands-on sensorial exploration.
Why are the bells mounted on different colored bases?
The contrasting natural wood and black bases serve as a control of error, helping children organize and match bells visually while focusing on auditory similarities. This design supports independent learning and self-correction.
What skills do these F Sharp bells develop?
These bells refine auditory perception, develop pitch recognition, enhance concentration, introduce musical notation concepts, and prepare children for future music education through concrete sensorial experiences.
Can these bells be combined with other Montessori bell sets?
Yes, these F Sharp bells are designed to work with complete Montessori bell sets for grading exercises, creating musical scales, and advanced pitch discrimination activities as children progress in their musical development.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
2 Bells Mounted