Horizontal Dowel Variation - Straight (Nienhuis)
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-045400
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Base
- Natural wood
- Rods
- Chrome-plated metal
- EAN
- 8719924012762
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €100.10 to go for free delivery.
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Why it costs €48.90
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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 8719924012762 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Horizontal Dowel Variation - Straight (Nienhuis) in a child's hands
The Horizontal Dowel in its Straight variation is a material from Nienhuis: a disc on a straight horizontal dowel. The child takes hold of the disc, pushes it along the dowel to the far end and then back again, following its path with the eyes. Because the dowel is straight, the disc travels along one line and the path is the same on every pass, so the movement can be repeated as often as the child likes. The material is made of wood, metal and plastic, and the disc is the moving part. It weighs 280 g and is intended for children aged 0 to 3.
Hand-Eye Coordination
Guiding the disc along the horizontal path strengthens the connection between visual perception and hand movements.
Concentration Development
The focused nature of moving the disc slowly and deliberately builds sustained attention skills.
Wrist Rotation
Moving the disc along the dowel develops flexible wrist movements essential for later writing.
Visual Tracking
Following the green disc's movement along the chrome rod enhances left-to-right visual scanning abilities.
How to present it
Place the Horizontal Dowel Variation on a low table or mat at the child's chest level when seated. Position the green disc at one end of the horizontal rod. Ensure the material sits firmly without wobbling.
- 1Demonstrate slowly sliding the green disc from left to right along the horizontal dowel using thumb and index finger
- 2Return the disc to the starting position with deliberate, slow movement
- 3Invite the child to try by pointing to the disc and then stepping back
- 4Observe as the child explores sliding the disc back and forth
3 tips for parents
- Practice during calm, alert times, not when your child is tired or hungry
- Celebrate the process of sliding, not just reaching the end of the rod
- Create simple games like 'slow and fast' sliding once basic movement is mastered
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What's in the Box
- Disc on a straight horizontal dowel: straight variation of the Horizontal Dowel material
Size and material
| Packaging | 15 × 14 × 13 cm |
| Base | Natural wood |
| Rods | Chrome-plated metal |
| Sliding Disc | Plastic |
| Recommended Age | 12-36 months |
Care
Wipe wooden base with damp cloth, polish metal rods with dry cloth
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is the Horizontal Dowel Variation appropriate for?
This material is designed for children ages 0-3, typically introduced around 8-10 months when the child can sit independently and has developed a pincer grasp. It remains engaging through the toddler years as children refine their hand-eye coordination.
How does this differ from other dowel variations?
The straight horizontal dowel features a simple left-to-right movement pattern, making it ideal for beginners. The straight horizontal dowel provides a clear visual guide, while the single green disc allows focused practice without overwhelming young learners.
What skills does this material develop?
This tool develops hand-eye coordination, visual tracking, fine motor control, concentration, and purposeful movement. Children practice controlled manipulation, strengthen their pincer grasp, and learn cause-and-effect relationships through guided disc movement.
How should I present this material to a child?
Sit beside the child and demonstrate slowly sliding the green disc from one end to the other using a pincer grasp. Use minimal language and exaggerated, deliberate movements. Allow the child to explore independently, intervening only if needed for safety.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Horizontal Dowel Variation - Straight (Nienhuis)