Teen Bead BoxIndividual Glass Beads 10-19 for Decimal System
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0030AG
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Box
- Natural wood with sliding lid
- Beads
- Glass beads on metal wire
- EAN
- 8719924001681
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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 8719924001681 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Teen Bead Box in a child's hands
A box of coloured bead bars one to nine and nine golden ten bars in glass, for use with the teen boards. Glass beads are what this version buys: they are heavier than nylon, they click rather than clatter, and a child laying out ten and three feels the ten as the substantial thing it is. The colour code is the same one the child will meet in every later bead material, so nothing here has to be relearned. Wood, glass beads and wire, for ages 3 to 6.
Mathematical Foundation
Introduces teen numbers through concrete manipulation, bridging the gap between units and the decimal system.
Sensorial Discrimination
Glass beads provide weight and texture feedback, reinforcing quantity concepts through multiple senses.
Sequential Thinking
Working with ordered bead bars develops understanding of number sequences and mathematical patterns.
Fine Motor Control
Handling individual bead bars refines pincer grip and careful movement necessary for later writing.
How to present it
Place the Teen Bead Box on a mat. Have the teen boards (11-19) ready nearby. Ensure the child knows numbers 1-10 and can identify the golden ten bar.
- 1Open the box and show the child the ten bar, naming it clearly
- 2Select the 11 bead bar, count it touching each bead: 'ten, eleven'
- 3Place the 11 bar next to the teen board showing '11'
- 4Continue with 12-19, always counting from ten
- 5Invite the child to select and count specific teen bead bars
3 tips for parents
- Practice counting objects around the house from 10-19 to reinforce the concept
- When your child shows interest, count steps, snacks, or toys starting from ten
- Resist correcting errors immediately - allow self-discovery through handling the materials
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What's in the Box
- Wooden storage box: with sliding lid
- Glass bead bars: representing quantities 10-19
- Colored bead triangle: for supplementary exercises
Size and material
| Packaging | 13 × 11 × 4 cm |
| Box | Natural wood with sliding lid |
| Beads | Glass beads on metal wire |
| Wire | Metal with protective end loops |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe wooden box with damp cloth; handle glass beads gently
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is included in the Teen Bead Box?
The Teen Bead Box includes individual glass bead bars representing quantities from 10 to 19, organized in a wooden storage box with a sliding lid and compartments. Each bead bar is color-coded according to Montessori standards, with the ten-bar being golden and unit beads following the traditional color sequence.
How does this material help children understand teen numbers?
This material provides a concrete, visual representation of teen numbers by combining a golden ten-bar with colored unit bars (1-9). Children physically see and handle that 13 equals one ten-bar plus three unit beads, making the abstract concept of place value tangible and memorable through sensorial experience.
What prerequisite skills should a child have before using this material?
Children should be familiar with quantities 1-10 and have experience with the colored bead stairs. They should also have practiced one-to-one correspondence and be able to count to at least 10. Prior work with the number rods and sandpaper numerals helps prepare children for success with teen beads.
What activities can children do with the Teen Bead Box?
Children can practice linear counting from 10-19, compose teen numbers by combining ten-bars with units, match bead quantities to number cards, perform simple addition with teens, and explore patterns in our number system. The material also supports skip counting and early place value understanding.
Why are glass beads used instead of plastic or wooden alternatives?
Glass beads provide superior sensorial feedback through their weight, temperature, and smooth texture. The quality of glass beads encourages careful handling and respect for materials while offering clear visual distinction between quantities. This authentic Montessori approach enhances concentration and precision in mathematical work.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Teen Bead Box