Bead Cube of 3Pink Individual Nylon Cube for Mathematics
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0086M033
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Beads
- Pink plastic spheres
- Framework
- Metal wire with loop ends
- EAN
- 8719924005108
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €137.50 to go for free delivery.
Individual Nylon Beads €1,223.90Advice, warranty and returns are handled by us.
Why it costs €11.50
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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 8719924005108 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Bead Cube of 3 in a child's hands
The cube of three in pink, a single nylon bead cube sold on its own. Pink is three throughout the bead material, so the colour names the number before anyone counts, and the cube is the third power made solid: a chain of three is a line, a square of three is flat, and this is that square stacked three times over, twenty seven beads a child can hold in one hand. Order in the bead type you already own, since the glass cubes are separate items.
Mathematical Mind
Concrete representation of cubing and powers of three supports understanding of volume and multiplication.
Sensorial Exploration
Tactile experience of counting and feeling the cubic structure develops spatial awareness.
Abstract Thinking
Bridges concrete manipulation to abstract mathematical concepts through hands-on exploration.
How to present it
Place the pink bead cube on a neutral-colored mat. Ensure the child has previously worked with the pink tower and has experience with the number 3 in bead materials.
- 1Invite the child to carry the cube with both hands to the mat
- 2Place the cube gently on the mat and invite exploration through touch
- 3Count the beads along one edge together: 'One, two, three'
- 4Show how 3 beads on each edge creates layers of 9 beads
- 5Connect to previous work by comparing with the third cube of the pink tower
3 tips for parents
- At home, explore cubic forms in everyday objects like dice or building blocks
- Avoid rushing to explain 3³ = 27; let the child discover relationships through handling
- Support spatial vocabulary development by describing three-dimensional objects during daily activities
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What's in the Box
- Pink Bead Cube: 3×3×3 arrangement (27 beads total)
Size and material
| Packaging | 4 × 2 × 2 cm |
| Beads | Pink plastic spheres |
| Framework | Metal wire with loop ends |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth; avoid soaking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the pink bead cube of 3 in Montessori education?
The pink bead cube of 3 provides a concrete, visual representation of 3³ (3x3x3=27), helping children understand cubing concepts through sensorial exploration. It's used to introduce powers of numbers and prepare children for more advanced mathematical concepts like volume and algebraic thinking.
How is this individual bead cube different from the complete bead material set?
This is a single replacement or supplementary cube containing 27 pink beads in a 3×3×3 formation. It can be purchased individually for replacing lost pieces, creating extensions, or for focused work on the concept of cubing without needing the entire bead cabinet.
What age group is this material appropriate for and why?
This material is designed for children ages 3-6, aligning with the sensitive period for order and mathematical concepts. Children at this age benefit from concrete manipulatives that allow them to physically explore abstract mathematical ideas through their senses.
How does the metal wire construction benefit the child's learning?
The metal wires with loop ends provide durability and allow children to handle the cube easily without beads falling apart. The loops enable connection to other bead materials for extended activities and help children maintain the cube's structural integrity during manipulation.
What activities can children do with this pink bead cube?
Children can count the beads to verify 27 units, compare it with linear and square representations, build the cube of 3 using unit beads, explore patterns in cube construction, and use it alongside other bead materials to understand the relationship between linear counting, squaring, and cubing.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Bead Cube of 3