Printed Alphabet BoxOrganised Storage for Moveable Letters
The first photos are the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0061C0
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Primary Material
- Natural wood
- Construction
- Plywood with finger joints
- EAN
- 8719924003845
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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 8719924003845 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Printed Alphabet Box in a child's hands
A wooden box and lid with slanted compartments for the printed movable alphabet. Slanted rather than flat is the detail worth paying for: a child reaching into a flat compartment has to feel for the letter, while a slanted one presents the letters standing so the right one can be taken by sight. Over a year of daily use that difference is the whole reason a set stays sorted. Letters are ordered separately. Natural wood with plywood, 47.6 x 21.5 x 4 cm.
Language Development
Supports phonetic awareness and early reading skills through organized letter work.
Order and Classification
Compartmentalized design reinforces alphabetical sequencing and organizational skills.
Fine Motor Refinement
Handling individual letters and using the sliding lid develops precise hand movements.
How to present it
Place the box on a low shelf at child's eye level. Ensure all letters are in their correct compartments. Have a work mat available nearby.
- 1Invite the child, carrying the box with two hands to the work mat
- 2Slide open the lid smoothly, revealing the organized letters
- 3Select 3-4 letters the child knows phonetically
- 4Place letters on the mat, naming each sound as you handle them
- 5Invite the child to return letters to their compartments
3 tips for parents
- Resist the urge to teach letter names; focus on sounds instead
- Create a quiet, dedicated space for language work at home
- Follow your child's pace - some may work with this material for months
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What's in the Box
- Wooden storage box: With multiple compartments
- Sliding wooden lid: For secure closure
Size and material
| Packaging | 43 × 24 × 5 cm |
| Primary Material | Natural wood |
| Construction | Plywood with finger joints |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with slightly damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What letters are included in the Printed Alphabet Box?
The box includes a complete set of lowercase printed letters from a-z, typically with multiple copies of frequently used letters like vowels. The exact quantity of each letter varies to support word-building activities and ensure children have enough letters for common words.
How does the sliding lid design benefit classroom use?
The sliding wooden lid allows easy access while preventing spills during transport or storage. Children can slide it partially open to access specific letters without exposing the entire contents, promoting careful handling and maintaining organization during lessons.
What size are the letter compartments?
Each compartment is precisely sized to hold wooden or plastic moveable alphabet letters typically measuring 3-5cm in height. The compartments are deep enough to stack multiple copies of each letter while shallow enough for small hands to easily retrieve them.
How does this differ from a moveable alphabet set?
This is the storage box only - moveable alphabet letters must be purchased separately. The box provides organized storage with 26+ individual compartments, while moveable alphabet sets are the actual letter manipulatives that go inside the box.
Can this box store both print and cursive alphabets?
This specific box is designed for printed letters with compartment sizes optimized for print alphabet dimensions. Cursive letters, which often have extending strokes, typically require a separate storage box with differently configured compartments to accommodate their unique shapes.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Printed Alphabet Box