Coloured Bead Bars Activity SetMathematical Concept Organisation
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-063701
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Box Construction
- Solid wood
- Cards
- Durable cardstock
- EAN
- 8719924013974
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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 8719924013974 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Coloured Bead Bars Activity Set in a child's hands
Exercise cards with divider tabs in a wooden box, extra work for a child who has the coloured bead bars and has run out of things to do with them. The bead bars themselves teach the quantities; these cards give the practice, and the tabs let a child find where they stopped last time without an adult keeping the record. A material that a child can resume alone gets used far more than one that needs setting up. Bead bars sold separately. Solid wood and cardstock, for ages 3 to 6.
Mathematical Mind
Concrete representation of abstract mathematical concepts through visual equation cards supports the transition from sensorial to abstract thinking.
Order and Sequence
Numbered dividers develop organizational skills and understanding of numerical sequence essential for mathematical reasoning.
Fine Motor Control
Handling cards and organizing materials within compartments refines pincer grip and hand-eye coordination.
How to present it
Place the box on a mat with the child to your left. Open slowly, revealing the organized bead bars. Remove bars 1-10 in order, laying them horizontally from shortest to longest, creating the bead stair.
- 1Introduce each bar by counting beads slowly, touching each one
- 2Name the quantity and color: 'This is five, five is light blue'
- 3Invite child to count and name bars randomly
- 4Build the bead stair independently
- 5Match equation cards to bead bar combinations
3 tips for parents
- Resist counting everything at home - allow the classroom work to unfold naturally without pressure
- If child brings home knowledge of bead bar colors, engage playfully: 'I see you have four strawberries, that would be yellow!'
- Support mathematical language by using precise vocabulary: 'quantity,' 'equal,' 'combine' rather than casual terms
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What's in the Box
- Wooden storage box: With precision corner joints
- Numbered divider cards: Numbers 1-5 for organization
- Equation cards: Addition problems for concrete math work
Size and material
| Packaging | 13 × 13 × 11 cm |
| Box Construction | Solid wood |
| Cards | Durable cardstock |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe wooden box with slightly damp cloth; keep cards dry
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials are included in this Colored Bead Bars Activity Set?
The set includes a premium wooden storage box, numbered divider cards (1-10), equation cards for addition and subtraction, and compartmentalized sections for organizing colored bead bars (bead bars sold separately).
How does this activity support mathematical development in young children?
This set introduces concrete mathematical concepts through visual and tactile exploration. Children physically manipulate bead bars while matching them to equation cards, building a sensorial understanding of quantities, addition, and subtraction before moving to abstract numbers.
Why is this considered a Sensorial material rather than Mathematics?
In Montessori education, Sensorial materials prepare the mathematical mind through concrete experiences. This set allows children to see, touch, and organize quantities, developing discrimination skills and order that form the foundation for later mathematical abstraction.
What skills does my child develop using the Colored Bead Bars Activity Set?
Children develop visual discrimination, fine motor control, concentration, and organizational skills. They also build early arithmetic understanding, number recognition, one-to-one correspondence, and the concept of quantity through hands-on exploration.
Do I need to purchase colored bead bars separately?
Yes, this set is designed as an organizational and presentation system for colored bead bars, which are purchased separately. The box provides the structure and cards needed to transform loose bead bars into meaningful mathematical activities.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Coloured Bead Bars Activity Set