Small Movable AlphabetInternational Print - Blue
Small Movable Alphabet, International Print (Blue) provides children with a set of durable plastic letters for word building and phonogram work.
€56.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €38.10 to go for free delivery.
- In Stock. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return
Inv. no. NIE-0060A5
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Box Dimensions
- Approx. 30 × 20 × 1 cm
- Letter Height
- Approx. 2-3 cm
- Primary Material
- Durable synthetic plastic
- Color
- Blue letters
- EAN
- 8719924003715
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €38.10 to go for free delivery.
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Why it costs €56.90
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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 8719924003715 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Small Movable Alphabet in a child's hands
Small Movable Alphabet, International Print (Blue) provides children with a set of durable plastic letters for word building and phonogram work. Used together with a second box of contrasting letters, the blue letters highlight the phonogram sound within a word while children ages 3 to 6 compose language phonetically before learning to write by hand. Additional Spanish, Nordic and German letters extend the set for multilingual classrooms.
Writing Preparation
Enables word building and sentence construction before pencil skills are fully developed, supporting the natural progression of writing before reading.
Phonetic Awareness
International print style with phonograms supports sound-symbol correspondence and preparation for reading in multiple languages.
Language Exploration
Encourages experimentation with word formation, spelling patterns, and creative expression through hands-on manipulation.
Multilingual Development
Special characters and accented vowels support Spanish language learning alongside English literacy development.
How to present it
Arrange the alphabet box on a mat with letters organized by type. Place blue consonants separately from any red vowels if using a complete set.
- 1Invite the child to build three-letter phonetic words using the blue consonants
- 2Introduce Spanish phonograms by showing how 'ch' creates one sound
- 3Progress to longer words incorporating accented vowels
- 4Create simple sentences using the duplicate letters
3 tips for parents
- Practice building family members' names using the letters at home
- Create a word journal of successfully constructed words
- Support multilingual development by building words in both languages
What it is made of
- Box Dimensions
- Approx. 30 × 20 × 1 cm
- Letter Height
- Approx. 2-3 cm
- Primary Material
- Durable synthetic plastic
- Color
- Blue letters
What you get at Faborino
- DeliveryFinal price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €38.10 to go for free delivery. Delivery in 5 to 9 working days.
- 30 days to return, and we pay for the returnInstead of the statutory 14 days, you have 30 days to try it at home.
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Small Movable Alphabet for your child
- Recommended Age: 3-6 years
- Primary Material: Durable synthetic plastic
- Box Dimensions: Approx. 30 × 20 × 1 cm
- Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €38.10 to go for free delivery
- 30 days to return
€56.90Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €38.10 to go for free delivery.
Not sure it suits your child? Write to us, we answer personally.
Inv. no. NIE-0060A5
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Box Dimensions
- Approx. 30 × 20 × 1 cm
- Letter Height
- Approx. 2-3 cm
- Primary Material
- Durable synthetic plastic
- Color
- Blue letters
- EAN
- 8719924003715
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What's in the Box
- Lowercase letters a-z: Multiple copies of frequently used letters
- Spanish phonograms: ch, ll, rr, ñ
- Accented vowels: á, é, í, ó, ú
- Storage compartment box: With organized sections
Size and material
| Box Dimensions | Approx. 30 × 20 × 1 cm |
| Letter Height | Approx. 2-3 cm |
| Primary Material | Durable synthetic plastic |
| Color | Blue letters |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
| Activity Duration | 15-30 minutes |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth, air dry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Small and Large Movable Alphabet?
The Small Movable Alphabet features smaller letters ideal for individual work at a table, while the Large Movable Alphabet has bigger letters better suited for floor work. Both serve the same purpose of allowing children to construct words before they can write with a pencil, but the small version is more portable and requires less storage space.
Why are the letters blue in this Movable Alphabet?
In Montessori education, blue is traditionally used for consonants to help children visually distinguish between consonants and vowels. This color coding supports phonetic awareness and makes it easier for children to identify letter types when building words. Some Montessori environments use blue for all letters in the initial movable alphabet.
What Spanish letters are included in this international print set?
This set includes special Spanish phonograms ch, ll, rr, and ñ, as well as accented vowels (á, é, í, ó, ú). These additional letters make the alphabet suitable for Spanish language learning and support authentic spelling in Spanish words, making it ideal for bilingual Montessori environments.
At what age should children start using the Movable Alphabet?
Children typically begin using the Movable Alphabet around age 3.5-4, after they have worked with sandpaper letters and can identify most letter sounds. The child should show interest in word building and have developed sufficient fine motor control to handle the small letters carefully.
How many of each letter are included in this set?
The set includes multiple copies of frequently used consonants and extra vowels to allow children to build multiple words simultaneously. Common letters like 'e', 'a', 's', and 't' have additional duplicates. The exact quantity ensures children rarely run out of needed letters during word building activities.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Small Movable Alphabet