Small Number Cards 1-9000Plastic
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0071C0
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Card Material
- Durable plastic
- Print Type
- Color-coded numerals
- EAN
- 8719924004323
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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 8719924004323 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Small Number Cards 1-9000 in a child's hands
These durable plastic Small Number Cards introduce children to the decimal system through independent work of numbers 1-9000. The color-coded design follows Montessori principles with green units, blue tens, red hundreds, and green thousands, so children can build and understand multi-digit numbers through visual and tactile manipulation. Essential for developing place value comprehension and preparing for advanced mathematical operations.
Place Value Understanding
Visual color-coding helps children internalize the decimal system structure and understand how numbers are composed.
Number Formation Skills
Layering cards to create multi-digit numbers develops understanding of number composition and mathematical relationships.
Abstract Thinking
Transitions children from concrete quantity work to abstract number symbols, preparing for advanced mathematical concepts.
Visual Discrimination
Color-coded system enhances pattern recognition and helps children identify place value positions quickly.
How to present it
Arrange cards in columns by place value: units (1-9) in green on the right, tens (10-90) in blue, hundreds (100-900) in red, and thousands (1000-9000) in green on the left. Place each category in sequential order.
- 1Introduce units first, having the child arrange green cards 1-9 vertically
- 2Add tens column, showing how 10, 20, 30 progress with zeros
- 3Demonstrate overlaying: place 40 on the mat, then slide 3 partially over it to show 43
- 4Invite child to build specific numbers like 256 using appropriate cards
- 5Challenge child to build numbers you say aloud: 'Please make 3,847'
3 tips for parents
- Practice reading large numbers in everyday life, house numbers, prices, page numbers, connecting to card work
- When your child builds a number incorrectly, ask them to read it aloud so they can hear their error
- Keep a small notebook where your child can record interesting numbers they've built
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What's in the Box
- Unit cards (1-9): Green numerals
- Ten cards (10-90): Blue numerals
- Hundred cards (100-900): Red numerals
- Thousand cards (1000-9000): Green numerals
Size and material
| Packaging | 11 × 3 × 1 cm |
| Card Material | Durable plastic |
| Print Type | Color-coded numerals |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe clean with damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What age group are these Small Number Cards designed for?
These cards are designed for children ages 3-6, aligning with the Montessori primary classroom curriculum for introducing the decimal system and place value concepts.
How do the color codes help children learn?
The Montessori color-coding system (green units, blue tens, red hundreds, green thousands) provides visual hierarchy that helps children distinguish between place values and understand the pattern of the decimal system.
What's the difference between small and large number cards?
Small Number Cards are individual cards for building numbers, while Large Number Cards are typically used for group lessons. Small cards allow children to physically manipulate and layer numbers to create quantities from 1-9999.
Why choose plastic cards over wooden ones?
Plastic cards are more durable, water-resistant, and easier to clean than wooden alternatives. They maintain their shape better with frequent handling and are ideal for classroom environments with multiple children.
How do children use these cards in Montessori activities?
Children layer the cards to build numbers, practice reading large numbers, match quantities with symbols, and perform operations like addition and subtraction by physically manipulating the place values.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Small Number Cards 1-9000