Glass Bead Cube of 4Yellow Mathematical Cube Representation
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0086G034
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Beads
- Glass
- Structure
- Metal wire
- EAN
- 8719924004941
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €118.10 to go for free delivery.
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Why it costs €30.90
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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 8719924004941 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Glass Bead Cube of 4 in a child's hands
The cube of four in yellow glass beads, four bead squares of four wired into a solid block of sixty four. Yellow is the colour of four throughout the bead material, and four is the first cube small enough to be genuinely counted: a child can check sixty four bead by bead in a few minutes, which is not true of the cube of eight or nine. Glass gives it the weight that makes a cube feel like a quantity. Glass beads on wire, for ages 3 to 6.
Mathematical Understanding
Provides concrete representation of cubing, preparing for abstract mathematical concepts through hands-on exploration.
Visual Discrimination
Develops ability to perceive three-dimensional relationships and understand spatial mathematical concepts.
Preparation for Geometry
Introduces cubic forms and volume concepts through sensorial experience before formal geometric study.
How to present it
Place the bead cube on a neutral-colored mat at the child's workspace. Ensure clean hands and a calm environment. Have a tray ready for careful transport.
- 1Invite the child to carry the cube carefully with two hands to their mat
- 2Place the cube gently on the mat and sit beside the child at their eye level
- 3Slowly trace the edges of the cube with your index finger, counting each edge
- 4Count the beads along one edge: '1, 2, 3, 4' touching each bead gently
- 5Explore the faces of the cube, noting how each face contains 16 beads (4×4)
- 6Carefully lift and rotate the cube to examine all six faces
3 tips for parents
- At home, point out cubic shapes in everyday life (dice, building blocks) to reinforce the concept
- Avoid rushing to explain the mathematical concept - allow your child to experience the material sensorially first
- If your child speaks about this work, listen carefully and ask open-ended questions rather than teaching
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What's in the Box
- Glass Bead Cube of 4: 64 yellow beads in cube formation
Size and material
| Packaging | 12 × 12 × 3 cm |
| Beads | Glass |
| Structure | Metal wire |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe gently with dry cloth; handle with care to maintain wire structure
Frequently Asked Questions
What mathematical concept does this yellow bead cube teach?
This cube represents 4³ (4 cubed) or 4×4×4=64. It helps children understand cubing through a concrete, visual representation of 64 beads arranged in a perfect cube formation.
How does this material support sensorial development?
Children can touch, hold, and examine the cube from different angles, developing spatial awareness and understanding three-dimensional shapes. The glass beads provide weight and texture feedback, enhancing the sensorial experience.
What prerequisite knowledge should children have before using this material?
Children should be familiar with basic counting, number recognition up to at least 10, and have experience with simpler bead materials like bead bars or squares before progressing to cube work.
How is this cube different from other bead materials in the series?
This specific cube represents the number 4 cubed, containing exactly 64 yellow beads. It's part of a series where each cube represents a different number cubed (1³, 2³, 3³, etc.), allowing comparative study of exponential growth.
What activities can children do with this bead cube?
Children can count individual beads, explore the cube's faces and edges, compare it with other cubes in the series, use it for skip counting by 4s, and eventually connect it to written mathematical notation of exponents.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Glass Bead Cube of 4