Bells Staff Boards Set
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0063D0
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Primary Material
- Wood with painted finish
- Staff Lines
- Printed black lines
- EAN
- 8719924004163
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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 8719924004163 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Bells Staff Boards Set in a child's hands
A set of staff boards for the further exercises of notation with the bells. Once a child can match and grade the bells by sound, the next question is how to write one down, and a staff is a strange answer: a note's pitch becomes its height on a page, which is a spatial metaphor nobody would guess. Boards let that metaphor be built by hand, one note placed at a time, before it has to be read at speed. Bells sold separately. Wood with paint, for ages 3 to 12.
Musical Literacy
Children develop understanding of musical notation and the relationship between written symbols and pitch.
Visual Discrimination
Practice identifying line and space positions strengthens visual perception and attention to detail.
Abstract Thinking
Connecting physical bells to written notation builds abstract reasoning and symbolic representation skills.
Sequential Learning
Working with staff notation reinforces left-to-right progression and sequential ordering concepts.
How to present it
Place the Bells Staff Boards on a music rug alongside the Montessori Bells. Have note markers or moveable notes ready in a small basket.
- 1Play middle C on the bells and show its position on the staff board
- 2Invite the child to play ascending notes while placing markers on corresponding staff positions
- 3Remove markers and ask child to place them while you play specific bells
- 4Transition to naming notes and finding their staff positions without playing bells
3 tips for parents
- Resist the urge to teach note names immediately - let position awareness develop naturally
- If you have a piano at home, show how the staff positions match the keyboard
- Create simple 'treasure hunt' games finding specific line or space positions
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What's in the Box
- Staff Boards: Approx. 3 wooden boards with printed staff lines
- Storage Holes: Pre-punched for easy organization
Size and material
| Packaging | 53 × 22 × 1 cm |
| Primary Material | Wood with painted finish |
| Staff Lines | Printed black lines |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
| Cleaning | Wipe with damp cloth, dry immediately |
| Storage | Store flat in dry area |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Bells Staff Boards Set?
The set includes multiple wooden boards with precisely printed staff lines designed for use with Montessori Bells activities. Each board features smooth surfaces for placing note markers and hole-punched edges for organized storage.
How do these staff boards support music education?
The boards help children visually understand the relationship between pitch and written music notation. By placing note markers on the staff lines while working with Montessori Bells, children develop music reading skills and pitch recognition simultaneously.
What age group is this material designed for?
The Bells Staff Boards Set is designed for children ages 3-6 years, aligning with the Montessori primary curriculum for music education and early notation introduction.
Do I need additional materials to use these boards?
Yes, these staff boards are designed to complement Montessori Bells and note markers (sold separately). They work as part of a complete music education system where children match sounds to written notation.
How durable are these wooden staff boards?
The boards are crafted from smooth, high-quality wood with precisely printed staff lines that resist fading. The hole-punched design adds functionality while maintaining the boards' structural integrity for classroom use.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Bells Staff Boards Set