King Sphere And King Cube Make Peace
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-068301
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Solids
- Durable blue plastic
- Support Bases
- Clear acrylic
- EAN
- 8719924014384
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €129.10 to go for free delivery.
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King Sphere And King Cube Make Peace in a child's hands
A story in which two geometric kingdoms make peace, the curved one and the angular one. It is written to prepare a child for classifying the Geometric Solids, and the classification is the whole point: a sphere and a cube are not two objects but two families, and a story is how that lands before anybody uses the word category. The solids themselves are sold separately. Paper. It is one of a set of stories in this catalogue written to prepare a specific material.
Spatial Intelligence
Children develop understanding of three-dimensional space by comparing curved and angular forms.
Mathematical Mind
Introduces geometric concepts and relationships between different solid forms through concrete manipulation.
Visual Discrimination
Refines ability to distinguish between subtle differences in shape, size, and form characteristics.
Language Development
Enriches vocabulary with precise geometric terms like ovoid, cone, pyramid, and cylinder.
How to present it
Place the geometric solids on a tray. Prepare a work mat on a table or floor. Ensure hands are clean for optimal tactile experience.
- 1Invite the child to carry the tray to the work mat using both hands
- 2Remove the sphere first, holding it with both hands, rotating slowly to feel the continuous curved surface
- 3Place the sphere gently on the mat, then take the cube with both hands
- 4Explore each solid individually, then place them side by side for comparison
- 5Introduce vocabulary using the three-period lesson: 'This is a sphere. This is a cube.'
- 6Demonstrate how the sphere rolls in all directions while the cube remains stable
3 tips for parents
- Look for these shapes in your environment: 'Can you find something shaped like a sphere in our kitchen?'
- Use clay or playdough at home to create these shapes, reinforcing the tactile understanding
- Avoid rushing to name shapes, let your child explore with their hands first before introducing vocabulary
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What's in the Box
- 3 Ovoid Forms: Different sizes with clear bases
- Cube: Blue geometric solid
- Cylinder: Blue geometric solid
- Pyramids: Multiple triangular-based forms
- Cones: Various sizes
- Clear Support Bases: For stabilizing rounded forms
Size and material
| Packaging | 22 × 21 × 1 cm |
| Solids | Durable blue plastic |
| Support Bases | Clear acrylic |
| Recommended Age | 6-12 years |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth and mild soap
Frequently Asked Questions
What shapes are included in the King Sphere and King Cube set?
This set includes both curved forms (sphere and ovoid shapes) and angular forms (cube and other geometric solids), allowing children to explore the contrast between rounded and straight-edged three-dimensional shapes.
How does this material support sensorial development?
Children develop refined tactile discrimination by feeling the smooth curves versus flat surfaces, enhance visual perception by observing different forms, and build spatial awareness through hands-on manipulation of 3D shapes.
What activities can children do with these geometric forms?
Children can sort shapes by curved vs. angular properties, trace around bases to discover 2D shapes within 3D forms, roll and stack to explore movement properties, and engage in matching exercises with corresponding shape cards.
Why is this material suitable for ages 3-6?
At this age, children are developing concrete understanding of spatial relationships and can grasp abstract concepts through hands-on exploration. The material's size and complexity are perfectly calibrated for their developmental stage and fine motor abilities.
How does this relate to other Montessori sensorial materials?
This set complements the traditional geometric solids, mystery bag activities, and stereognostic exercises. It serves as an advanced extension that introduces more complex shape relationships and prepares children for later geometry work.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
King Sphere And King Cube Make Peace