AustraliaWaterways (50)
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Inv. no. NIE-552110
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Primary Material
- Paper
- EAN
- 8719924061234
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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 8719924061234 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Australia in a child's hands
Australia: Waterways (50) is a pack of 50 sheets with a map of the waterways of Australia. All the sheets are the same, so the exercise can be repeated or shared among several children. The child works with a sheet while studying the rivers and other waterways of the continent. Nienhuis lists the pack in the geography area, under topography, in its range for ages 3 to 6. The sheets are printed on paper and the whole pack weighs 581 g. In our catalogue it is kept under the manufacturer's number 552110.
Geographic Understanding
Builds knowledge of Australia's water systems and how waterways connect different regions of the continent.
Visual-Spatial Skills
Develops ability to interpret maps and understand spatial relationships between geographic features.
Environmental Awareness
Introduces concepts of water cycles, river systems, and the importance of waterways to life.
Fine Motor Control
Tracing waterways with fingers strengthens hand coordination and prepares for writing skills.
How to present it
Place the waterways map on a table with good lighting. Have a small dish of water and cloth nearby for sensorial connection.
- 1Introduce the map by tracing the coastline with your finger, naming 'coast' clearly
- 2Select one major river system and trace from source to sea
- 3Invite the child to trace the same river while you name key features
- 4Introduce tributary vocabulary by tracing smaller rivers joining the main river
- 5Compare different river patterns: straight, winding, branching
3 tips for parents
- Look for rivers and streams during nature walks and connect to the map work your child does at school
- During bath time, create 'rivers' with water flow and discuss how real rivers move across land
- Keep a simple sketch pad for drawing rivers your child notices in books or during outings
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What's in the Box
- Australia waterways map: pack of 50 sheets
Size and material
| Packaging | 4 × 3 × 0 cm |
| Primary Material | Paper |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What waterways are included on this Australia map?
This map features Australia's major rivers including the Murray-Darling system, coastal waterways, significant lakes like Lake Eyre, and important coastal features. The comprehensive design helps children understand how water shapes the Australian continent.
Is this map suitable for 3-year-olds?
Yes, the map is designed for ages 3-6 with clear, simple outlines that young children can follow. Three-year-olds can start by tracing major rivers, while older children can learn river names and understand connections between waterways.
What skills does this waterway map develop?
This material develops geographic awareness, fine motor control through tracing, understanding of water cycles, spatial relationships, and environmental consciousness about Australia's water resources and their importance.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
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