Botany Cabinet Control Chart
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0041C1
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Base Material
- Heavy-duty paper
- Finish
- Laminated surface
- EAN
- 8719924002503
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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 8719924002503 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Botany Cabinet Control Chart in a child's hands
The control chart for the Botany Cabinet, printed in green on thick white plastic. It works with the cabinet and with the Botany Cabinet Nomenclature Cards, and all three are separate items, which is worth saying plainly since the chart on its own is a reference sheet and not a material. What it does is take the adult out of the loop: the child matches a leaf shape, checks the chart and moves on without asking whether they were right. Plastic.
Botanical Knowledge
Introduces scientific leaf classifications and botanical terminology through visual learning.
Independent Work
Enables self-correction and autonomous learning, building confidence in botanical studies.
Visual Discrimination
Refines ability to distinguish subtle differences in leaf shapes and patterns.
Language Development
Expands vocabulary with precise botanical terms for various leaf forms.
How to present it
Place the control chart on a low shelf near the Botany Cabinet. Ensure good lighting allows children to clearly see all 18 leaf shapes and their labels. Have tracing paper and pencils available nearby.
- 1Child selects a leaf inset from the Botany Cabinet and traces its outline
- 2After tracing, child brings their work to the control chart for comparison
- 3Child matches their traced leaf to the corresponding shape on the chart
- 4Once matched, child reads or copies the botanical name from the chart
- 5Child verifies accuracy by comparing their tracing directly with the chart image
3 tips for parents
- Point out leaf shapes during family walks, using botanical names when your child recognizes them
- Create a home leaf collection book using proper botanical terminology from the chart
- Visit botanical gardens where plant labels reinforce the scientific naming system
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What's in the Box
- Botany Cabinet Control Chart: 40 × 30 cm laminated reference chart
Size and material
| Packaging | 46 × 32 × 0 cm |
| Base Material | Heavy-duty paper |
| Finish | Laminated surface |
| Printing | Full-color botanical illustrations |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
| Cleaning | Wipe with damp cloth; avoid excessive moisture |
| Storage | Store flat or rolled to prevent creasing |
Frequently Asked Questions
What leaf shapes are included on the Botany Cabinet Control Chart?
The control chart features 18 distinct leaf shapes including ovate, elliptical, triangular, linear, lanceolate, cordate (heart-shaped), orbicular (circular), spatulate, and other common botanical forms found in the Montessori Botany Cabinet.
How does my child use this control chart with the Botany Cabinet?
Children use the control chart as a reference guide to check their work after matching or tracing leaf shapes from the Botany Cabinet. They can compare their sorted leaves or drawings to the labeled images, promoting independent learning and self-correction.
Is the Botany Cabinet itself included with this control chart?
No, this is the control chart only. The Botany Cabinet with wooden leaf insets must be purchased separately. This chart serves as the answer key and reference guide for the cabinet activities.
What makes this control chart suitable for ages 3-6?
The chart features clear, simple images with easy-to-read labels appropriate for early readers. The laminated surface is durable for young hands, and the visual format supports pre-readers who can match shapes even before reading the botanical names.
Can this chart be used for activities beyond the Botany Cabinet?
Yes! The chart serves as a botanical reference for nature walks, leaf collection activities, art projects, and vocabulary building. Children can use it to identify real leaves, create leaf rubbings, or practice drawing different leaf shapes.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Botany Cabinet Control Chart