Paper Storage Box14×14cm Wooden Holder for Practical Life
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-702300
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Product size
- 14 × 14 cm
- Primary Material
- Natural light wood
- Construction
- Box-jointed corners
- EAN
- 8719924030650
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €130.10 to go for free delivery.
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Why it costs €18.90
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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 8719924030650 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Paper Storage Box in a child's hands
This elegant wooden paper holder strengthens practical life skills and order in the Montessori environment. The precisely crafted box with its curved front opening invites children to practice placing and retrieving paper squares, developing fine motor control and spatial awareness. The natural wood construction with visible joinery puts children in direct contact with quality craftsmanship while serving as a beautiful addition to the sensorial shelf.
Fine Motor Control
Placing and retrieving paper squares through the curved opening refines pincer grasp and hand-eye coordination essential for later writing skills.
Order and Organization
The designated container teaches children to maintain materials properly, fostering habits of care and responsibility in the prepared environment.
Sensorial Discrimination
When used with different paper textures or colors, supports the development of tactile and visual discrimination abilities.
How to present it
Place the Paper Box on a tray with a stack of 14x14cm paper squares (white or colored). Position at child's eye level on the sensorial shelf. Ensure papers are precisely cut and edges aligned.
- 1Sit with the box at child's level, demonstrating slow, deliberate movements
- 2Pick up one paper square using thumb and index finger at the top center edge
- 3Slowly lower the paper into the curved opening, releasing when it settles flat
- 4Continue placing papers one at a time until the box is filled
- 5Remove papers one at a time using the same precise grip
3 tips for parents
- Create a similar setup at home using a small wooden box and precisely cut paper squares
- Resist helping when your child struggles - the effort builds concentration and problem-solving skills
- Use this activity as preparation for napkin folding and table setting at home
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What's in the Box
- Wooden Paper Box: 14 × 14 cm with curved opening
- Note: Paper squares sold separately
Size and material
| Product size | 14 × 14 cm |
| Packaging | 16 × 16 × 5 cm |
| Primary Material | Natural light wood |
| Construction | Box-jointed corners |
| Finish | Smooth, natural wood finish |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
| Cleaning | Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately |
| Maintenance | Occasional light sanding if needed |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size paper squares does this box hold?
This box is designed to hold 14 x 14 cm paper squares, which are the standard size for many Montessori sensorial activities like paper folding and color exploration exercises.
How does this paper box support sensorial development?
The paper box helps children develop spatial awareness, fine motor control, and hand-eye coordination as they practice placing and retrieving paper squares. The curved opening requires precise movements, enhancing pincer grip and wrist rotation.
What type of wood is used and is it child-safe?
The box is crafted from natural wood with visible joinery, finished with child-safe materials. The smooth surfaces and curved edges are designed for safe handling by young children ages 3-6.
Can this box be used for activities other than holding paper?
While primarily designed for 14cm paper squares, this versatile box can hold fabric squares for texture activities, color tablets, or serve as an organizing container for other flat sensorial materials.
How does this relate to practical life activities?
This paper box bridges sensorial and practical life areas by teaching children to maintain order in their environment, handle materials carefully, and develop the coordination needed for later activities like writing and art projects.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Paper Storage Box