Leaf Cards Cabinet (Nienhuis)
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-004400
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Construction
- Plywood with laminate finish
- Shelf Design
- Curved front edges
- EAN
- 8719924002534
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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 8719924002534 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Leaf Cards Cabinet (Nienhuis) in a child's hands
A wooden cabinet with three shelves for the leaf cards, arranged so that the shelves correspond to the drawers of the botany cabinet. That correspondence is the design: a child fetching cards for a leaf shape finds them in the same relative position as the insets they belong to, so the two materials line up without anyone explaining the filing system. Storage that mirrors the material it serves is storage a child can use. Leaf cards sold separately. Plywood with laminate, for ages 3 to 12.
Organization Skills
The defined shelf spaces teach children to maintain order and return materials to their designated places.
Independence
Open shelving allows children to select and replace botany cards without adult assistance.
Visual Discrimination
The cabinet's design helps children recognize and categorize different leaf card sets at a glance.
Care of Environment
Children learn to respect classroom materials by properly storing cards in their designated cabinet.
How to present it
Place the Leaf Cards Cabinet at child height in the botany area. Organize leaf cards by type on each shelf, ensuring labels face forward for easy identification.
- 1Demonstrate removing one set of leaf cards from the cabinet using two hands
- 2Show how to carry the cards to a work mat or table with both hands supporting the stack
- 3After completing leaf classification work, demonstrate returning cards to their exact shelf position
- 4Practice checking that all cards are neatly aligned on their shelf before walking away
3 tips for parents
- Create a similar organizational system at home using a small shelf or divided box for nature study materials
- Encourage your child to organize collected leaves or nature items in categories like the classroom cabinet
- Practice the two-handed carrying technique with stacks of cards or papers at home
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What's in the Box
- Leaf Cards Cabinet: Three-shelf storage unit
- Note: Leaf cards sold separately
Size and material
| Packaging | 16 × 15 × 14 cm |
| Construction | Plywood with laminate finish |
| Shelf Design | Curved front edges |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
| Cleaning | Wipe with damp cloth, dry immediately |
| Maintenance | Check shelf stability periodically |
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cards does this cabinet hold?
The Leaf Cards Cabinet is designed to store Montessori botany classification cards, including leaf shape cards, leaf margin cards, and leaf venation cards. Each shelf can accommodate multiple sets of cards used for teaching plant morphology to children ages 3-6.
What are the dimensions of this cabinet?
While specific measurements aren't provided, this cabinet features three shelves with curved fronts designed to fit standard Montessori botany card sets. The open-front design allows easy access for young children to independently retrieve and return materials.
How does this support independent learning?
The curved front shelves and open design allow children to clearly see all available card sets and access them without adult assistance. This promotes self-directed learning, careful material handling, and helps children develop organizational skills through consistent card placement.
What material is the cabinet made from?
This cabinet is typically constructed from high-quality wood with a natural or light finish, consistent with Montessori classroom aesthetics. The smooth surfaces and rounded edges ensure safety for young children while maintaining durability for classroom use.
Can this cabinet store other Montessori materials?
While specifically designed for leaf classification cards, the cabinet's three shelves can accommodate other flat Montessori materials such as nomenclature cards, matching cards, or small booklets. The curved fronts work best with card-based materials that children need to access frequently.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Leaf Cards Cabinet (Nienhuis)