Fruits Matching Cards
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-EC0467B
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Material
- Durable plastic
- Finish
- Pre-cut with rounded corners
- EAN
- 8719924042875
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Fruits Matching Cards in a child's hands
Matching cards for fruits, pairs of identical photographs to find and put together. It is the same subject as the three part set at an earlier stage: no reading, no labels, just two pictures that either are the same fruit or are not. A child who can do this can do the naming work next month, and the same photographs carry over, so nothing has to be relearned. Durable plastic with rounded corners. The three part set is a separate item.
Visual Discrimination
Children refine their ability to notice details and differences between similar objects through careful observation of fruit characteristics.
Classification Skills
Color-coded borders support sorting and categorization activities, building logical thinking foundations.
Language Development
Realistic photographs promote accurate vocabulary acquisition and descriptive language skills.
Concentration
Matching activities develop sustained attention and focus as children carefully compare visual details.
How to present it
Place 4-6 pairs of fruit cards face-down on a mat, ensuring pink and blue bordered cards are mixed. Keep remaining pairs stored separately for rotation.
- 1Turn over one card and name the fruit clearly: 'apple'
- 2Turn over a second card and name it
- 3When finding a match, place the pair together at the mat's edge
- 4Continue until all pairs are matched
3 tips for parents
- Connect card work to grocery shopping by finding real versions of fruits from the cards
- Create a fruit journal where children draw fruits they've matched and tasted
- Use snack time to reinforce vocabulary by serving fruits featured in the matching cards
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What's in the Box
- Matching Cards: Approx. 4 fruit cards with color-coded borders
Size and material
| Packaging | 15 × 15 × 2 cm |
| Material | Durable plastic |
| Finish | Pre-cut with rounded corners |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fruit cards are included in this matching set?
The set typically includes 14-20 pairs of fruit cards with realistic photographs, providing variety for matching activities while maintaining manageable quantities for young children.
What is the purpose of the pink and blue color-coded borders?
The color-coded borders help children organize the cards into two groups for matching activities, supporting visual discrimination and providing a control of error that allows self-correction during independent work.
How do these cards support language development in the Montessori classroom?
Children naturally expand vocabulary by naming fruits, describing characteristics (color, size, texture), and engaging in three-period lessons. The realistic photos provide clear visual references for new vocabulary acquisition.
What size are the individual matching cards?
Each card typically measures approximately 10x10cm or 4x4 inches, an ideal size for small hands to manipulate easily while providing clear, detailed images for visual discrimination work.
Can these cards be used for activities beyond simple matching?
Yes, they support sorting by color, classifying by characteristics (citrus, berries, tropical), memory games, vocabulary enrichment, and can be paired with real fruits or other materials for extended learning experiences.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Fruits Matching Cards