2nd Green Cylinder
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-00230009
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Primary Material
- Painted wood
- Finish
- Glossy green paint
- EAN
- 8719924000783
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €143.90 to go for free delivery.
Knobless Cylinders Set €238.90Advice, warranty and returns are handled by us.
2nd Green Cylinder in a child's hands
The second green cylinder has no knob. It is the second piece of the green set of ten knobless cylinders and is sold on its own. According to Nienhuis the knobless cylinders are the final stage of the dimensional material, where the child places the cylinders of a set in the correct order. The child takes this one in the hand, compares it with the other green cylinders and finds its place in the row by size. The cylinder is made of beech, is green and is meant for indoor use. Each cylinder of the set is a separate item. For children aged 3 to 6.
Visual Discrimination
Develops the ability to perceive subtle differences in dimension through systematic comparison work.
Order and Sequence
Supports understanding of gradation and seriation as part of dimensional material exercises.
Fine Motor Control
Grasping and manipulating the cylinder refines pincer grip and hand coordination.
Mathematical Foundation
Prepares for mathematical concepts of size, measurement, and proportional relationships.
How to present it
Place the 2nd Green Cylinder on a neutral-colored mat at the child's workspace. Ensure hands are clean and dry for optimal sensory feedback from the smooth wood surface.
- 1Invite the child to carry the cylinder with both hands, feeling its weight and dimensions
- 2Place the cylinder horizontally and trace its length with two fingers from left to right
- 3Stand the cylinder vertically and wrap fingers around its circumference
- 4Compare with other dimensional materials if available, using precise language
3 tips for parents
- At home, compare household cylinders (paper towel tubes, cans) to reinforce dimensional awareness
- Use the specific terms your child learns at school when discussing cylindrical objects
- Create simple sorting games with cylindrical containers of different sizes
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What's in the Box
- Green Cylinder: 2nd size in series
Size and material
| Packaging | 5 × 2 × 2 cm |
| Primary Material | Painted wood |
| Finish | Glossy green paint |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What dimensions does the 2nd Green Cylinder teach?
The 2nd Green Cylinder focuses on variations in diameter while maintaining constant height, helping children isolate and understand the concept of thickness through visual and tactile exploration.
How does this differ from other cylinder blocks?
Unlike the complete cylinder blocks set, this individual green cylinder allows focused work on one specific dimensional relationship, making it ideal for extension activities and reinforcing diameter discrimination skills.
What activities can children do with this single cylinder?
Children can practice grading exercises, create patterns, combine with other cylinders for comparison work, trace around the base for art activities, and use it for vocabulary development of thick/thin concepts.
Why is the green color coding important?
The green color helps children associate this cylinder with diameter variation, supporting visual memory and organization when working with multiple dimensional materials in sequence.
What skills does this material develop?
This cylinder develops visual discrimination, fine motor control, concentration, order and sequence understanding, mathematical reasoning, and prepares for geometry concepts through concrete sensorial experiences.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
2nd Green Cylinder