Coloured Bead Stairs10 Sets of Glass Beads 1-10
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0090AG
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Beads
- Premium quality glass
- Wire
- Durable metal wire
- EAN
- 8719924005214
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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 8719924005214 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Coloured Bead Stairs in a child's hands
Ten sets of coloured bead stairs in glass, in a hardwood box with a lid, used across addition, subtraction and multiplication. Ten sets is what makes group work possible: one set is enough for a single child doing one operation, and every classroom discovers within a month that the bead stairs are the bottleneck everything else queues behind. Colour identifies quantity at a glance, which is what lets a child work quickly once the facts are known. Glass beads on wire, for ages 3 to 6.
Mathematical Foundation
Builds concrete understanding of quantities 1-10 through visual and tactile exploration.
Sensorial Discrimination
Develops visual perception through color recognition and length comparison of bead bars.
Preparation for Mathematics
Establishes the foundation for skip counting, multiplication, and the decimal system.
How to present it
Place the box on a mat. Ensure beads are organized correctly: 1-red, 2-green, 3-pink, 4-yellow, 5-light blue, 6-violet, 7-white, 8-brown, 9-dark blue, 10-golden.
- 1Remove each bead bar starting with one, placing them randomly on the mat
- 2Select the one-bead bar, count 'one' while touching it, place at top left of mat
- 3Find the two-bead bar, count 'one, two' touching each bead, place below the one
- 4Continue building the stair formation from 1-10, counting each bar
- 5When complete, run your finger down the diagonal to show the stair pattern
- 6Invite the child to build the stairs independently
3 tips for parents
- Notice opportunities at home to count objects up to ten, referencing the bead colors: 'Three pink strawberries!'
- Avoid quizzing or testing - instead, share your child's joy in arranging the beads in different patterns
- Support your child's concentration by ensuring uninterrupted work time when they choose this material
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What's in the Box
- 10 sets of colored bead bars: Each set contains bars 1-10
- Wooden storage box: With compartmentalized interior
Size and material
| Packaging | 11 × 11 × 5 cm |
| Beads | Premium quality glass |
| Wire | Durable metal wire |
| Storage Box | Solid wood with painted finish |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe beads and box with soft, slightly damp cloth. Dry immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of having 10 sets of colored bead stairs?
Having 10 complete sets allows multiple children to work simultaneously with the material, supports parallel activities like building the bead square, and enables extensive mathematical explorations including skip counting, multiplication concepts, and commutative properties. This quantity ensures adequate materials for a full classroom environment.
How do glass beads differ from plastic beads in the learning experience?
Glass beads provide superior sensorial feedback through their weight, smooth texture, and temperature response. They offer a more refined tactile experience that enhances concentration and creates a stronger sensory impression of quantity. The lustrous quality of glass also makes the material more aesthetically appealing, naturally drawing children to work with them.
What mathematical concepts can children explore with colored bead stairs?
Children develop understanding of quantities 1-10, one-to-one correspondence, number sequence, and visual discrimination of length. The material prepares for addition, subtraction, skip counting, square numbers, and multiplication tables. It bridges concrete counting with abstract number concepts through color association and physical manipulation.
How should the colored bead stairs be introduced to a 3-year-old?
Begin by inviting the child to carry the box carefully to a mat. Start with a three-period lesson using bars 1, 2, and 3. Allow sensorial exploration of weight and length differences. Progress gradually to building the stair formation, always emphasizing precise handling and proper storage. Match the pace to the child's readiness and interest.
What activities can be done with multiple sets of bead stairs?
Multiple sets enable building the decanomial square, creating addition and multiplication layouts, exploring number patterns, constructing geometric shapes, and conducting group lessons. Children can also engage in parallel work, build multiple staircases for comparison, or create artistic patterns while reinforcing mathematical relationships.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Coloured Bead Stairs