Bells Music Strip Boards (Nienhuis)
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-006400
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Construction
- Laminated cardboard
- Surface
- Printed musical notation
- EAN
- 8719924004217
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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 8719924004217 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Bells Music Strip Boards (Nienhuis) in a child's hands
Sixteen boards for reading and playing groups of notes, the step between knowing single notes and handling a phrase. A child reads a group off the board and finds it on the bells, and the board stays put while they do it, which matters because a phrase has to be held in mind long enough to be played through. Working from a fixed board rather than loose notes is also what makes a mistake visible: the group either matched or it did not. Laminated cardboard, for ages 3 to 6.
Musical Literacy
Bridges the gap between hearing musical tones and reading written notation through visual matching.
Visual Discrimination
Develops ability to distinguish subtle differences in note positions on the musical staff.
Abstract Thinking
Supports transition from concrete bell work to understanding symbolic musical representation.
Preparation for Composition
Establishes foundation for future music writing and reading skills through systematic notation work.
How to present it
Arrange the Music Strip Boards in sequence on a mat. Place the corresponding bells nearby in random order.
- 1Strike one bell and listen carefully to its tone
- 2Find the matching strip board showing this note on the staff
- 3Place the bell below its corresponding strip board
- 4Continue matching all bells to their strip boards
- 5Verify matches by playing bells in staff order
3 tips for parents
- Support musical literacy at home by singing simple songs together
- Point out high and low sounds in everyday life
- Avoid rushing into formal music lessons - foundation work is essential
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What's in the Box
- Music Notation Strips: Approx. 12 laminated boards with varying note positions
Size and material
| Packaging | 69 × 17 × 5 cm |
| Construction | Laminated cardboard |
| Surface | Printed musical notation |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
How do the Bells Music Strip Boards complement the Montessori bells?
These boards create a visual connection between the concrete experience of the bells and abstract musical notation. Children place the strips alongside the bells to see how each tone corresponds to a specific position on the musical staff, building understanding of pitch relationships and note reading.
What skills do children develop using this material?
Children develop music literacy, visual discrimination of note positions, understanding of the musical staff system, and the ability to translate between auditory and visual representations of music. This material also strengthens pattern recognition and sequential thinking essential for reading music.
Do children need prior experience with Montessori bells before using these strips?
Yes, children should first work extensively with the Montessori bells to develop pitch discrimination and matching skills. The strip boards are introduced after children can successfully match and grade the bells by pitch, typically around age 4-5, as they represent the next step toward music reading.
What makes these strip boards specifically designed for Montessori education?
The boards follow Montessori principles of isolation of difficulty, presenting one concept at a time. The laminated strips are durable for repeated handling, sized to match standard Montessori bells, and use clear visual markers that help children make independent discoveries about musical notation.
How many strips are included and what notes do they represent?
The set typically includes strips for each note of the C major scale, matching the standard Montessori bell set. Each strip shows the note's position on the staff with both treble and bass clef representations, allowing comprehensive work with musical notation from middle C through the octave.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Bells Music Strip Boards (Nienhuis)