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Nienhuis Montessori6 to 12 years

Fungi Kingdom Charts

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Inv. no. NIE-ELC4057

Maker
Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
Material
Durable plastic
Finish
Pre-⁠cut, rounded corners
EAN
8719924044053
€74.90

Final price incl. VAT.

This material is no longer made

The manufacturer has withdrawn it, so we cannot order it in. The page stays here because the material itself is still worth knowing about.

Would you buy it if we could source it or make it ourselves? Enough people saying yes is what makes the attempt worth it.

What the child does

Fungi Kingdom Charts in a child's hands

The fungi kingdom charts, with a control chart and a mute chart. Fungi are the kingdom children are most often told about wrongly, because a mushroom looks like a plant and is not one, and the chart is where that gets straightened out: a separate kingdom, on its own sheet, with its own divisions. Placing the pieces on the mute chart and checking against the control is the whole exercise. Durable plastic with rounded corners. In English.

Scientific Classification

Introduces children to the systematic organization of living things, building foundations for biological understanding.

Visual Discrimination

Placing the pieces on the mute chart and comparing with the control chart helps children differentiate between various types of fungi.

Vocabulary Development

Technical terms on the charts expand scientific vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.

Nature Connection

Fosters appreciation for often-overlooked organisms and their role in the ecosystem.

Activity Guide

How to present it

Place the mute chart of the fungi kingdom on a work mat or table, with the control chart beside it. Keep the pieces to one side so the child can place them.

  1. 1Look at the control chart together and invite the child to say what they notice about the different fungi
  2. 2Read the names aloud and encourage the child to repeat them
  3. 3Invite the child to place the pieces on the mute chart, then to check the work against the control chart
  4. 4Show how the chart groups similar fungi together and separates them from plants
3 tips for parents
  • Look for fungi during family nature walks and compare findings to examples on the classroom charts
  • Visit farmers' markets to see edible mushroom varieties and discuss their role in cooking
  • Support vocabulary development by using scientific names when discussing fungi at home
Why it is in our selection
Norbert Kovalčín

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Norbert Kovalčín, founder of Faborino · write to him

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Details
What's in the Box
  • Fungi Kingdom Control Chart: Durable plastic, pre-⁠cut with rounded corners
  • Fungi Kingdom Mute Chart: Durable plastic, pre-⁠cut with rounded corners
Size and material
Packaging42 × 29 × 14 cm
MaterialDurable plastic
FinishPre-⁠cut, rounded corners
Recommended Age6-⁠12 years
Care

Wipe with damp cloth, avoid harsh chemicals

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fungi kingdom charts made of and how are they finished?

The control chart and the mute chart are both made of durable plastic, pre-⁠cut with rounded corners.

What is the difference between the control chart and the mute chart?

The child places the pieces on the mute chart and checks the work against the control chart. This way mistakes are found and corrected without an adult's help.

How does this chart support the Montessori cultural studies curriculum?

This chart aligns with Montessori principles by providing concrete, visual representations of abstract scientific concepts. It supports the cultural studies area by helping children understand biodiversity, classification systems, and the interconnectedness of all living things in nature.

What age is this material intended for?

The material is meant for children aged 6 to 12. The charts are in English.

How can teachers integrate this chart into daily classroom activities?

Teachers can use this chart for three-period lessons, nature walks preparation, sorting activities with real specimens, and as a reference during practical life activities like mushroom cleaning. It also supports language development through nomenclature work and scientific vocabulary building.

Product safety

Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands