Lacing FrameMetal Grommets with Cord Threading Practice
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-000400
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Product size
- 29.5 × 29.5 cm
- Frame
- Natural wood
- Fabric
- Red and black plaid cotton blend
- EAN
- 8719924000035
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €108.10 to go for free delivery.
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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 8719924000035 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Lacing Frame in a child's hands
Part of the Dressing Frames collection, this Montessori Lacing Frame features a red and black plaid fabric panel mounted on a natural wooden frame, with metal grommets and black lacing cord for practicing the essential life skill of lacing shoes and boots. Part of the Practical Life dressing frames series, this material helps children develop the fine motor control, concentration, and sequential movements needed for independent dressing while building confidence in caring for themselves.
Fine Motor Development
Threading the lace through grommets strengthens pincer grip and hand-eye coordination essential for writing preparation.
Sequential Thinking
Following the lacing pattern develops logical thinking and the ability to follow multi-step processes independently.
Practical Independence
Mastering lacing transfers directly to self-care skills, building confidence in dressing oneself without adult assistance.
Concentration Building
The repetitive, purposeful movements required for lacing naturally extend the child's ability to focus on detailed work.
How to present it
Place the frame on a table at the child's working height. Ensure the laces are completely unlaced, with each end equal in length. Sit to the child's right if you are right-handed (left if left-handed).
- 1Hold both lace ends and pull them taut to show they are equal length
- 2Cross the right lace over the left, creating an X shape
- 3Tuck the right lace under and through, pulling both ends to create the base knot
- 4Form a loop with the right lace, holding it with thumb and index finger
- 5Wrap the left lace around the loop
- 6Push the left lace through the opening to create the second loop
- 7Pull both loops simultaneously to tighten
- 8To unlace, pull one lace end completely through
3 tips for parents
- Allow extra time in the morning for your child to lace their own shoes
- Resist the urge to help unless asked - struggle builds strength and problem-solving
- Keep one pair of lace-up shoes accessible for daily practice opportunities
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What's in the Box
- Lacing Frame: Complete with fabric panel and lacing cord pre-threaded
Size and material
| Product size | 29.5 × 29.5 cm |
| Packaging | 31 × 31 × 3 cm |
| Frame | Natural wood |
| Fabric | Red and black plaid cotton blend |
| Hardware | Metal grommets, black lacing cord |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe frame with damp cloth; spot clean fabric as needed
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is the Montessori Lacing Frame suitable for?
The Lacing Frame is designed for children ages 3-6 years old, aligning with the Montessori primary classroom curriculum for practical life activities and self-care skills development.
How does this lacing frame help my child learn to tie shoes?
The frame isolates the lacing skill by providing metal grommets and cord that simulate real shoe lacing, allowing children to practice the sequential movements and finger coordination needed for tying shoes without the complexity of working on their own feet.
What are the dimensions and materials of this lacing frame?
The frame features a natural wooden border with a red and black plaid fabric panel, metal grommets for durability, and black lacing cord. The standard Montessori dressing frame size allows for comfortable manipulation by small hands.
Can this frame be used at home or is it just for classrooms?
While designed to Montessori classroom standards, this lacing frame is perfect for home use, supporting parents who want to encourage independence and self-care skills in their children through structured practical life activities.
What other dressing frames complement the lacing frame?
The lacing frame is part of a complete dressing frame series including buttoning, zipping, snapping, buckle, and bow-tying frames, each isolating specific dressing skills to build a child's complete self-care abilities.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Lacing Frame