Large Bead Frame Activity SetMultiplication Exercises
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-060501
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Cards
- Laminated cardstock
- Storage Box
- Natural wood
- EAN
- 8719924013127
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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 8719924013127 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Large Bead Frame Activity Set in a child's hands
Exercise cards with divider tabs in a wooden box, extending the large bead frame. The frame is the last material before multiplication becomes pen and paper, and the risk at that point is that a child learns the movement of the beads as a procedure and stops reading what it means. Graded problems keep pushing into numbers big enough that the procedure alone will not carry them, which is what keeps the understanding attached. Large bead frame sold separately. Laminated cardstock and wood, for ages 3 to 12.
Mathematical Abstraction
Color-coded problems bridge concrete bead manipulation to abstract number recognition and addition concepts.
Visual Discrimination
Distinct color coding supports pattern recognition and systematic approach to mathematical operations.
Independence
Self-correcting card format allows children to work autonomously and build confidence in mathematical exploration.
Order and Sequence
Progressive card arrangement develops understanding of mathematical relationships and systematic problem-solving.
How to present it
Place the Large Bead Frame on a work mat with the storage box to the right. Select the first activity card showing a simple 2-digit addition problem. Ensure all beads are positioned at the top of each wire before beginning.
- 1Read the first addend and slide corresponding beads down: green units first, then blue tens
- 2Read the second addend and slide additional beads down on the same wires
- 3Count the total beads on each wire, starting with units
- 4Exchange 10 unit beads for 1 ten bead when necessary
- 5Record the sum on paper or check against the activity card
3 tips for parents
- Avoid correcting errors immediately - the material allows self-discovery of mistakes through the counting process
- Support practice at home by creating real-world addition problems using family contexts
- Resist the urge to teach traditional algorithms; trust the concrete-to-abstract progression
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What's in the Box
- Activity Cards: Multiple laminated addition problem cards
- Wooden Storage Box: With solid construction
Size and material
| Packaging | 13 × 12 × 9 cm |
| Cards | Laminated cardstock |
| Storage Box | Natural wood |
| Recommended Age | 6-12 years |
Care
Wipe cards with damp cloth, oil wood box periodically
Frequently Asked Questions
What mathematical concepts does this Large Bead Frame Activity Set teach?
This activity set introduces addition through color-coded exercises, helping children transition from concrete manipulation to abstract number concepts. It supports place value understanding, regrouping, and systematic addition of multi-digit numbers using the traditional Montessori bead frame approach.
Do I need to purchase the Large Bead Frame separately?
Yes, the Large Bead Frame material is sold separately. This activity set contains laminated exercise cards and materials that complement and extend work with the Large Bead Frame, providing structured addition problems for independent practice.
What is included in the wooden storage box?
The premium wooden storage box contains laminated activity cards featuring progressive addition exercises. The cards are color-coded to match the bead frame's hierarchy of units, tens, hundreds, and thousands, supporting systematic mathematical exploration.
How do the activity cards progress in difficulty?
The laminated cards follow a careful progression from simple addition without regrouping to more complex problems requiring carrying. This sequential approach allows children to build confidence and understanding gradually, matching their developmental readiness.
Why is this classified as Practical Life rather than Mathematics?
While teaching mathematical concepts, this material emphasizes the practical life skills of organization, sequential work, and fine motor coordination. The hands-on manipulation and systematic approach align with Practical Life principles of purposeful, real-world activity.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Large Bead Frame Activity Set