Montessori Football: Size 3
Made by Nienhuis Montessori · shipped by Heutink International (Netherlands) About the maker
The size 3 football, 19 cm across, which the supplier gives for ages six to twelve. The range here runs 14, 19, 21 and 22 centimetres, and the size matters more than it looks: a ball too large for the foot that kicks it gets hit rather than struck, and control never really arrives. The slightly rough surface gives traction, which is what the supplier designed it for. Synthetic leather with a textured surface, 19 cm.
“The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind.”
The Montessori Football represents Maria Montessori's vision of educating the whole child, where physical development stands equal to intellectual growth.
- Develops gross motor coordination through running, kicking, and ball control
- Builds teamwork skills through organized group games and collaborative play
- Strengthens spatial awareness and trajectory prediction abilities
- Enhances cardiovascular fitness and physical stamina
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This size 3 football specifically addresses the elementary child's need for collaborative physical challenges and organized group activities. The synthetic leather surface withstands repeated outdoor use while providing consistent ball control for developing coordination skills. In Montessori elementary environments, the football serves as a tool for exploring rules, fairness, and social cooperation through structured games. The 32-panel construction offers predictable flight patterns that children can study and master through repeated practice. Physical education materials like this football acknowledge that movement and learning are inseparable during the elementary years, when children naturally seek vigorous physical activity as part of their developmental journey.
How to present it
Follow the Montessori method of presentation for optimal child development.
Choose a flat outdoor space with clear boundaries. Mark goal areas using cones or natural landmarks. Gather 4-10 children and establish basic safety rules before beginning.
- 1
Begin with ball control exercises - have children practice dribbling in straight lines and curves
Start with walking pace to build confidence before increasing speed - 2
Introduce passing exercises in pairs, gradually increasing distance
Emphasize using the inside of the foot for accuracy - 3
Set up small-sided games (3v3 or 4v4) with rotating positions
Rotate goalkeepers every 5 minutes to ensure equal participation - 4
Progress to full team games with established rules and boundaries
Let children participate in creating and modifying game rules
Every Child Is a Little Creator
Heritage
Since 1929
In classrooms
Around the world
European brands
Nienhuis, GAM, Educo
Montessori Football: Size 3
