Detective Adjective Exercise (Nienhuis)
€50.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €44.10 to go for free delivery.
- In Stock. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return
Inv. no. NIE-0045A0
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Tray Size
- 25 × 18 × 3 cm
- Triangle Sizes
- Multiple graduated sizes
- Tray
- Solid wood with finger joints
- Triangles
- Painted wood
- EAN
- 8719924002589
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €44.10 to go for free delivery.
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Why it costs €50.90
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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 8719924002589 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Detective Adjective Exercise (Nienhuis) in a child's hands
Detective Adjective Exercise demonstrates the function of the adjective, the word that describes, through 63 wooden triangles: 7 types, each in 3 colours and 3 sizes, stored in a beechwood box with a lid. Playing detective, the child uses increasingly precise adjectives, type, colour and size, to identify one exact triangle among the rest, discovering why language needs describing words at all. The exercise is AMI certified and made for children aged 3 to 6, building on the adjective work introduced in the grammar symbols. Sorting the triangles keeps description hands-on.
Grammar Foundation
Children discover how adjectives modify nouns through hands-on manipulation of colored and sized shapes.
Visual Classification
Sorting by color and size develops visual discrimination skills essential for reading and writing.
Language Precision
Working with specific attributes builds vocabulary for descriptive language and comparative concepts.
Abstract Thinking
Connecting concrete shapes to abstract grammatical concepts supports cognitive development.
How to present it
Place the wooden tray on a work mat. Arrange triangular pieces by color in columns, with sizes mixed within each color group. Have labels ready if using written adjectives.
- 1Introduce one triangle and name it: 'This is a triangle'
- 2Add one descriptor: 'This is a RED triangle'
- 3Add size descriptor: 'This is a SMALL red triangle'
- 4Ask child to find 'the large blue triangle'
- 5Invite child to describe a triangle you select
- 6Play the detective game: hide one triangle and describe it for finding
3 tips for parents
- Practice adjective games during daily routines: 'Please pass the small blue cup'
- When reading together, point out descriptive words and discuss what they tell us
- Create sorting games at home using household items with different attributes
What it is made of
- Tray Size
- 25 × 18 × 3 cm
- Triangle Sizes
- Multiple graduated sizes
- Tray
- Solid wood with finger joints
- Triangles
- Painted wood
What you get at Faborino
- DeliveryFinal price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €44.10 to go for free delivery. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return, and we pay for the returnInstead of the statutory 14 days, you have 30 days to try it at home.
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Detective Adjective Exercise (Nienhuis) for your child
- Recommended Age: 3-6 years
- Tray: Solid wood with finger joints
- Tray Size: 25 × 18 × 3 cm
- Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €44.10 to go for free delivery
- 30 days to return
€50.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €44.10 to go for free delivery.
Not sure it suits your child? Write to us, we answer personally.
Inv. no. NIE-0045A0
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Tray Size
- 25 × 18 × 3 cm
- Triangle Sizes
- Multiple graduated sizes
- Tray
- Solid wood with finger joints
- Triangles
- Painted wood
- EAN
- 8719924002589
If you are not sure it suits your child, we answer in person.
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What's in the Box
- Wooden storage tray: With finger-joint construction
- Colored triangular pieces: Approx. 10 pieces in three colors
- Multiple size variations: For teaching comparative adjectives
Size and material
| Tray Size | 25 × 18 × 3 cm |
| Triangle Sizes | Multiple graduated sizes |
| Tray | Solid wood with finger joints |
| Triangles | Painted wood |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
| Activity Duration | 15-25 minutes |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials are included in the Detective Adjective Exercise?
The set includes a wooden tray with triangular pieces in three different colors and multiple sizes. The triangles are specifically designed to help children understand how adjectives describe the qualities of nouns through hands-on manipulation.
How does this material teach grammar to young children?
Children learn by matching triangles based on descriptive words (adjectives) like 'red,' 'small,' or 'large.' Through this sensorial experience, they discover how adjectives modify nouns before formally learning grammar rules, making abstract concepts concrete and understandable.
What is the recommended age range and why?
This material is designed for ages 3-6, when children are in their sensitive period for language development. At this age, they can manipulate the materials effectively while naturally absorbing grammar patterns through concrete, hands-on experiences.
How should I present this exercise to my child?
Begin by naming the triangles with simple adjectives ('red triangle,' 'small triangle'). Gradually introduce games where the child finds specific triangles based on your descriptions. This progression helps children understand how adjectives specify which noun we're discussing.
What skills does the Detective Adjective Exercise develop?
This material develops grammar awareness, vocabulary expansion, visual discrimination, logical thinking, and language precision. It also enhances fine motor skills and prepares children for more advanced language work in reading and writing.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Detective Adjective Exercise (Nienhuis)