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Nienhuis MontessoriAMI Approved3-⁠6 years according to the maker

Africa Control MapUnlabeled

€21.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €73.10 to go for free delivery.

  • In Stock. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
  • 30 days to return
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The original

Why it costs €21.90

Behind the price of the original are things you can check yourself.

AMI approval

The material is approved by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). Nienhuis has made Montessori materials since 1929.

A verifiable original

The EAN 8719924029470 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.

What the child does

Africa Control Map in a child's hands

Africa Control Map, Unlabeled prints the continent's outline on sturdy cardstock backed paper with no text at all, so a child aged three to six can focus purely on shape and coastline. Used with the wooden puzzle map, it is the visual key the child checks their placement against, well before a single country name enters the lesson. This early, wordless stage trains the eye and hand together and builds the visual memory that later makes the labeled map and its names easy to grasp. The sturdy cardstock keeps the sheet flat through daily, repeated handling.

Geographic Awareness

Develops understanding of African political geography and spatial relationships between countries.

Visual Discrimination

Strengthens ability to identify shapes and boundaries through careful observation of country outlines.

Independent Learning

Unlabeled format encourages self-⁠directed exploration and verification with other materials.

Cultural Understanding

Provides foundation for studying African cultures, flags, and capitals through geographic context.

Activity Guide

How to present it

Place the Africa Control Map flat on a table or mount it at child height on the wall. Ensure good lighting and have the corresponding pin map, flags, or puzzle map nearby for reference work.

  1. 1Introduce the map by tracing the continent's outline with your finger, emphasizing the distinctive shape
  2. 2Select one country and trace its borders carefully, noting unique shape characteristics
  3. 3Compare the control map with the child's work on the pin map or puzzle, checking one country at a time
  4. 4Use the map for flag placement verification, matching flag positions to country locations
3 tips for parents
  • Display the map at home where your child can reference it during conversations about current events or family heritage
  • Use the map during meal times to discuss where different foods originate in Africa
  • Create simple games like 'find the country' using shape clues rather than names
Size and material

What it is made of

Map Size
60 × 50 cm
Thickness
Approx. 0.3 cm
Primary Material
Paper
Finish
Matte print surface
Why buy here

What you get at Faborino

  • DeliveryFinal price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €73.10 to go for free delivery. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
  • 30 days to return, and we pay for the returnInstead of the statutory 14 days, you have 30 days to try it at home.
  • Advice before and after you buyQuestions about age, space or assembly? A person answers, personally. Write to us
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In short

Africa Control Map for your child

  • Recommended Age: 3-⁠6 years
  • Primary Material: Paper
  • Map Size: 60 × 50 cm
  • Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €73.10 to go for free delivery
  • 30 days to return

€21.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €73.10 to go for free delivery.

Not sure it suits your child? Write to us, we answer personally.

Inv. no. NIE-555100

Maker
Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
Approval
AMI
Map Size
60 × 50 cm
Thickness
Approx. 0.3 cm
Primary Material
Paper
Finish
Matte print surface
EAN
8719924029470
Why it is in our selection
Norbert Kovalčín

If you are not sure it suits your child, we answer in person.

Norbert Kovalčín, founder of Faborino · write to him

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Details
What's in the Box
  • Africa Control Map: unlabeled with country boundaries
Size and material
Map Size60 × 50 cm
ThicknessApprox. 0.3 cm
Primary MaterialPaper
FinishMatte print surface
Recommended Age3-⁠6 years
Activity Duration15-⁠30 minutes
Care
CleaningWipe gently with dry cloth
StorageStore flat or rolled to prevent creasing
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of an unlabeled control map in Montessori education?

An unlabeled control map serves as a reference tool that children can use independently to check their work with puzzle maps, pin maps, and flag activities. It shows country boundaries clearly without text, allowing children to focus on shapes and spatial relationships while developing geographic knowledge through self-⁠directed exploration.

What activities can children do with this Africa control map?

Children can use this map for pin map work, flag placement activities, country outline tracing, creating their own labeled maps, and as a reference when working with the Africa puzzle map. It supports research projects about African countries and helps children learn to identify nations by their shape and location.

What size is this control map and what material is it made from?

This is a large-format map designed for classroom use, printed on durable material suitable for frequent handling by young children. The size allows multiple children to work together and provides clear visibility of all country boundaries, including smaller nations.

How does this map support the development of geographic knowledge in young children?

The unlabeled format encourages children to learn countries by their shape, size, and position rather than just memorizing names. This develops stronger spatial awareness, visual discrimination skills, and creates a solid foundation for more advanced geography work as children progress.

Can this map be used with other Montessori geography materials?

Yes, this control map is designed to complement the Africa puzzle map, pin maps, flag sets, and picture cards. It serves as a master reference for all Africa-related geography work and integrates seamlessly with the complete Montessori geography curriculum for the 3-⁠6 age group.

Product safety

Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands