Large Movable AlphabetInternational Print
€125.90incl. VAT, free delivery
- In Stock. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return
Inv. no. NIE-005905
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Product Dimensions
- Approx. 33 × 24 × 4.5 cm
- Letter Size
- Approx. 5-6 cm height
- Construction
- Durable plastic
- Color System
- Pink consonants, blue vowels
- EAN
- 8719924003616
Final price incl. VAT. 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 8719924003616 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Large Movable Alphabet in a child's hands
Large Movable Alphabet, International Print is a complete word building set of laminated cardstock and plastic letters, color coded to grammar: ten of each consonant in pink and fifteen of each vowel in blue. Once children ages 3 to 6 have learned the letter sounds with the Sandpaper Letters, they use this larger international print alphabet to compose words with confidence before formal handwriting begins. Additional Spanish, Nordic and German letters extend the set for multilingual classrooms.
Language Construction
Children physically build words, reinforcing the connection between symbols and sounds while developing writing skills without pencil grip challenges.
Phonemic Awareness
Color-coding helps children distinguish vowels from consonants, supporting their understanding of word structure and spelling patterns.
Multilingual Development
International characters and diacritical marks support children learning multiple languages or working with their heritage language.
Creative Expression
Freedom to compose words and sentences encourages self-expression and builds confidence in written communication.
How to present it
Place the alphabet box on a mat with blue vowels on the left compartments and pink consonants arranged alphabetically. Include a basket of familiar objects or picture cards representing words from the child's languages.
- 1Invite the child to choose an object and say its name clearly
- 2Sound out the word together, identifying each phoneme
- 3Select each letter needed, placing them left to right to build the word
- 4Read the completed word by running a finger beneath the letters
- 5For international words, demonstrate placing accents or combining digraphs
3 tips for parents
- Share family names or words from your heritage language for the child to build at school
- Point out international characters on food packaging or street signs during daily activities
- Celebrate when your child builds words in multiple languages, this validates their multilingual identity
What it is made of
- Product Dimensions
- Approx. 33 × 24 × 4.5 cm
- Letter Size
- Approx. 5-6 cm height
- Construction
- Durable plastic
- Color System
- Pink consonants, blue vowels
What you get at Faborino
- Free delivery€125.90 is the final price incl. VAT, with no delivery charge. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return, and we pay for the returnInstead of the statutory 14 days, you have 30 days to try it at home.
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Large Movable Alphabet for your child
- Recommended Age: 3-6 years
- Construction: Durable plastic
- Product Dimensions: Approx. 33 × 24 × 4.5 cm
- Free delivery, delivery in 5 to 9 working days
- 30 days to return
€125.90incl. VAT, free delivery
Not sure it suits your child? Write to us, we answer personally.
Inv. no. NIE-005905
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Product Dimensions
- Approx. 33 × 24 × 4.5 cm
- Letter Size
- Approx. 5-6 cm height
- Construction
- Durable plastic
- Color System
- Pink consonants, blue vowels
- EAN
- 8719924003616
If you are not sure it suits your child, we answer in person.
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What's in the Box
- Lowercase Letters: Complete international alphabet set
- Diacritical Marks: Accents and special characters
- Digraphs: Common letter combinations
- Storage Box: Compartmentalized for organization
Size and material
| Product Dimensions | Approx. 33 × 24 × 4.5 cm |
| Letter Size | Approx. 5-6 cm height |
| Construction | Durable plastic |
| Color System | Pink consonants, blue vowels |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
| Activity Duration | 15-30 minutes |
Care
| Cleaning | Wipe clean with damp cloth |
| Storage | Store flat in compartmentalized box |
Frequently Asked Questions
What languages and special characters are included in this International Print alphabet?
This set includes the standard English alphabet plus international characters with diacritical marks (accents, umlauts, tildes) and common digraphs like 'ch', 'sh', and 'th'. It's designed to support multiple European languages and phonetic work across different linguistic systems.
Why are vowels blue and consonants pink in this Montessori alphabet?
The color-coding follows traditional Montessori language materials where vowels are blue and consonants are pink. This visual distinction helps children recognize the two different types of letters and understand their unique roles in word formation, making it easier to identify patterns in spelling and pronunciation.
What age is appropriate to introduce the Large Movable Alphabet?
Children typically begin using the movable alphabet around age 3.5-4, after they've worked with sandpaper letters and know most letter sounds. However, readiness depends on the individual child's development and prior experience with sound games and letter recognition activities.
How does this differ from a small movable alphabet?
The Large Movable Alphabet features bigger letters (approximately 2-3 inches tall) that are easier for young children to handle and see clearly during floor work. The small movable alphabet has letters about half this size and is typically introduced later for more advanced writing activities at a table.
Can children who don't speak multiple languages benefit from the international characters?
Yes, even monolingual children benefit from exposure to international characters as it develops phonemic awareness, introduces them to the diversity of written language, and prepares them for future language learning. The diacritical marks also help in teaching pronunciation variations and spelling patterns.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Large Movable Alphabet