AfricaOutline (50)
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-551400
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Primary Material
- Paper
- Black outline on white
- EAN
- 8719924029128
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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 8719924029128 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Africa in a child's hands
In Africa: Outline (50) the continent is reduced to its contour, repeated on fifty sheets. Inside the contour the child can add what they want to practise: the borders, the countries in colour, the rivers or the names. Nienhuis lists white paper and indoor use; the pack weighs 510 g. A new sheet is always at hand for a second try. Different sheets can carry different tasks: borders on one, rivers on another, names on a third. For ages 3 to 6.
Geographic Awareness
Helps children recognize and internalize the shape of Africa while understanding continental geography.
Fine Motor Skills
Tracing the outline develops pencil control and hand-eye coordination essential for writing.
Creative Expression
Provides a foundation for artistic activities including coloring, painting, and cultural studies.
Spatial Understanding
Large format allows children to appreciate scale and develop spatial awareness of continental proportions.
How to present it
Place the Africa outline map on a tray with colored pencils (brown/green for land, blue for surrounding water). Include tracing paper and a pencil for initial work.
- 1Invite the child to trace the outline of Africa with their finger, starting at the northernmost point
- 2Place tracing paper over the map and trace the outline with a pencil
- 3Remove the tracing and color the land area brown or green
- 4Color the surrounding water areas blue on the original outline map
3 tips for parents
- Display your child's traced and colored Africa maps to validate their work
- Look at photos or videos from African countries while referencing the outline
- Use the outline to mark where African animals live in different regions
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What's in the Box
- Africa Outline Map: pack of 50 sheets
Size and material
| Packaging | 44 × 28 × 1 cm |
| Primary Material | Paper |
| Black outline on white | |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Keep dry, store flat or rolled
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this Africa outline map designed for?
This Africa outline map is specifically designed for children ages 3-6 years, aligning with the Montessori early childhood curriculum for introducing continental geography concepts.
How can children use this outline map in Montessori activities?
Children can trace the outline to develop fine motor skills, color within the borders for hand control, pin-punch along the edges, or use it as a template for creating their own Africa maps with various materials.
What size is the Africa outline map?
The map comes in a set of 50 identical outlines, though specific dimensions aren't provided. The size is appropriate for young children to handle comfortably during individual or small group work.
Can this be used with other Montessori geography materials?
Yes, this outline map complements other Montessori geography materials such as the continent puzzle maps, colored globe, and continent boxes, helping children make connections between different representations of Africa.
Is this outline map printed on special paper?
While specific paper details aren't provided, Montessori outline maps are typically printed on quality paper suitable for repeated tracing, coloring, and handling by young children in the classroom environment.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
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