Hexagonal PrismGeometric Solid for Shape Exploration
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Inv. no. NIE-018805
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Product size
- 10 × 10 cm
- Primary Material
- Solid wood
- Finish
- Blue lacquered paint
- EAN
- 8719924009953
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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 8719924009953 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Hexagonal Prism in a child's hands
A prism on a hexagonal base, from the volume set derived from a base of 10 by 10 cm and a height of 20 cm. The hexagon is where a child runs out of shortcuts: you cannot get its area by multiplying two edges, you have to break it into triangles first, and only then does the familiar base times height finish the job. That is a real change in what is being asked, and it is the reason this solid sits later in the set than the square and the triangle. Sold individually, for ages 6 to 12.
Stereognostic Sense
Develops the ability to recognize forms through touch, a key sensorial refinement in Montessori education.
Geometric Understanding
Introduces hexagonal forms and prismatic shapes, preparing for advanced geometry studies.
Mathematical Mind
Concrete exploration of three-dimensional shapes supports abstract mathematical thinking.
How to present it
Place the Hexagonal Based Prism on a neutral-colored mat. Have the geometric solids bases nearby for tracing. Ensure hands are clean and dry for optimal tactile experience.
- 1Invite the child to explore the prism with both hands, eyes closed, feeling all surfaces systematically
- 2Open eyes and examine the hexagonal bases, counting vertices and edges while tracing with fingers
- 3Compare lateral faces to the bases, discovering all lateral faces are rectangles
- 4Trace around the base on paper, then stand the prism on the tracing to verify the match
- 5Roll the prism on its lateral faces, observing how it moves differently than curved solids
3 tips for parents
- Look for hexagons in everyday life (floor tiles, nuts and bolts) and discuss how they could extend into prisms
- Support vocabulary development by using geometric terms naturally in conversation when appropriate
- Avoid rushing to name or explain - let your child explore and make discoveries through handling
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What's in the Box
- Hexagonal Based Prism: Blue lacquered wooden geometric solid
Size and material
| Product size | 10 × 10 cm |
| Packaging | 26 × 11 × 12 cm |
| Primary Material | Solid wood |
| Finish | Blue lacquered paint |
| Recommended Age | 6-12 years |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this hexagonal prism suitable for ages 6-12?
At this age, children are ready for advanced geometric concepts and can appreciate the mathematical properties of hexagonal shapes, including angles, parallel faces, and spatial relationships that prepare them for geometry studies.
How does the blue lacquered surface enhance learning?
The smooth lacquered finish allows children to focus on the shape's properties through touch, while the consistent blue color across geometric solids helps children classify and compare shapes without color distraction.
What specific skills does the hexagonal prism develop?
It develops stereognostic sense (recognizing shapes through touch), understanding of 3D geometry, vocabulary for mathematical concepts, spatial reasoning, and prepares children for advanced geometric studies including surface area and volume.
How is this used with other geometric solids?
Children compare and contrast the hexagonal prism with other shapes, exploring differences in faces, edges, and vertices. They can sort solids by properties, match to base cards, and discover relationships between 2D and 3D forms.
What activities can children do with this material?
Children can trace bases to create 2D representations, explore cross-sections, build vocabulary through three-period lessons, create impressions in sand or clay, and investigate real-world hexagonal structures like honeycombs or crystals.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Hexagonal Prism