Pets Matching Cards
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-EC0477B
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Material
- Durable plastic
- Finish
- Pre-cut with rounded corners
- EAN
- 8719924042936
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Pets Matching Cards in a child's hands
Matching cards for pets, pairs of identical photographs to find and put together. It is the same subject as the three part set without any reading in it, which makes it the version for a child who is two years too early for labels and entirely ready to sort dogs from cats. The photographs carry over to the naming work later. Durable plastic with rounded corners. The three part set is a separate item.
Visual Discrimination
Children develop observation skills by identifying similarities and differences between pet images and matching color-coded borders.
Language Development
Naming pets and describing their characteristics builds vocabulary and supports oral language skills.
Classification Skills
Sorting and matching activities introduce early scientific thinking through categorization of living creatures.
How to present it
Place cards face down on a mat, organizing pink-bordered cards on the left and blue-bordered cards on the right in neat columns
- 1Turn over one pink-bordered card and name the pet aloud
- 2Search through blue-bordered cards to find the matching pet
- 3Place matched pairs together at the top of the mat
- 4Continue until all pets are matched
3 tips for parents
- Connect card work to real pets in your neighborhood or family
- Create homemade matching cards using photos of relatives' pets
- Practice pet vocabulary during walks or visits to pet stores
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What's in the Box
- Matching Cards: Approx. 4 cards with pet images
Size and material
| Packaging | 15 × 15 × 1 cm |
| Material | Durable plastic |
| Finish | Pre-cut with rounded corners |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What age group are these Pets Matching Cards designed for?
These cards are specifically designed for children ages 3-6 years old, aligning with the sensitive period for language development and classification skills in the Montessori approach.
How do the color-coded borders help with learning?
The pink and blue borders provide a visual control of error, allowing children to self-correct during matching activities. This color coding helps develop visual discrimination skills and supports independent learning.
What types of pets are included in this matching card set?
The set features carefully photographed images of familiar household pets that children commonly encounter, though specific animals may vary. Each pet is clearly depicted to aid in recognition and vocabulary development.
Are these cards durable enough for classroom use?
Yes, the cards are made from laminated cardboard construction specifically designed to withstand repeated handling by young children in classroom environments, ensuring long-lasting educational value.
How can these matching cards support Montessori learning objectives?
These cards develop visual discrimination, classification skills, vocabulary expansion, and concentration. They also support the Montessori principles of hands-on learning, self-correction, and moving from concrete to abstract concepts.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Pets Matching Cards