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Nienhuis Montessori3 to 6 years

Animal Groups 3 Part Cards

The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.

Inv. no. NIE-EC0605B

Maker
Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
Product size
9.5 × 12.7 cm
Material
Durable plastic
Finish
Pre-⁠cut with rounded corners
EAN
8719924043070
€54.90

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Animal Groups 3 Part Cards: Child learning
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What the child does

Animal Groups 3 Part Cards in a child's hands

Three part cards for animal groups, the collective nouns, with a real photograph of each. This is vocabulary that cannot be worked out and is worth having anyway: a group of geese, a group of fish and a group of lions each have their own word, and the words are old, specific and pleasing to know. Picture, label and control card for each. Durable plastic with rounded corners. In English, since the collective nouns are English ones.

Vocabulary Enrichment

Introduces collective nouns and specialized vocabulary, expanding language comprehension beyond basic animal names.

Reading Readiness

Three-⁠part card format supports early reading skills through picture-⁠to-⁠word association and independent label matching.

Classification Skills

Develops understanding of how animals organize in nature, supporting logical thinking and biological concepts.

Visual Discrimination

Matching activities refine visual perception and attention to detail through careful observation of images and text.

Activity Guide

How to present it

Lay out control cards (image with label) in a column on the left side of the work mat. Place picture cards in the center column and label cards in a basket to the right.

  1. 1Begin with 3-⁠4 familiar animal groups. Name each control card: 'This is a pride of lions.'
  2. 2Match picture cards to control cards, naming each: 'Pride of lions' as you place it
  3. 3Once pictures are matched, read each label card and place below corresponding pictures
  4. 4Remove control cards and invite child to match pictures and labels independently
3 tips for parents
  • Use collective nouns during everyday observations: 'Look at that flock of birds flying overhead!'
  • Create a nature journal together, documenting animal groups you spot and their collective nouns
  • Play 'I Spy' games using collective nouns: 'I spy a swarm of something buzzing near the flowers'
Why it is in our selection
Norbert Kovalčín

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Details
What's in the Box
  • Picture Cards with Labels: Approx. 6 cards showing animals with group names
  • Picture Cards without Labels: Matching cards for independent work
  • Separate Label Cards: Individual word labels for reading practice
Size and material
Product size9.5 × 12.7 cm
Packaging15 × 15 × 2 cm
MaterialDurable plastic
FinishPre-⁠cut with rounded corners
Recommended Age3-⁠6 years
Care

Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately

Frequently Asked Questions

What animal groups are included in this 3 part card set?

This comprehensive set includes common collective nouns such as a pride of lions, school of fish, flock of birds, herd of elephants, pack of wolves, pod of dolphins, swarm of bees, and many more. Each grouping is shown with realistic photography of animals in their natural social structures.

How do these cards support early reading development?

The three-⁠part card format follows Montessori principles: picture cards introduce visual recognition, label cards provide vocabulary, and control cards combine both for self-⁠correction. This progression supports pre-⁠readers through beginning readers, building sight word recognition and strengthening the connection between spoken and written language.

What makes these cards suitable for ages 3-⁠6?

The cards feature clear, realistic photographs that appeal to young children's concrete learning style. The simple, printed labels use appropriate font size and spacing for emerging readers. The collective noun concepts are introduced through familiar animals, making abstract language concepts accessible to preschoolers.

How can parents and teachers extend learning with these cards?

Beyond matching activities, use the cards for vocabulary games, storytelling prompts, and classification exercises. Children can sort by habitat, create animal group books, practice writing collective nouns, or research why certain animals live in groups. The cards also support discussions about animal behavior and social structures.

What is the quality and durability of these cards?

These professional-quality cards are printed on thick, laminated cardstock to withstand frequent handling by young children. The realistic photographs are sharp and engaging, while the text is clearly printed for easy reading. Each card measures appropriately for small hands and the set comes with storage recommendations to maintain longevity.

Product safety

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