Teen Bead BoxGolden Ten-Chains & Coloured Bead Stair
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-0030AM
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Approval
- AMI
- Box
- Natural wood with sliding lid
- Beads
- Nylon beads on metal wire
- EAN
- 8719924001698
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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 8719924001698 is on the box. It is the maker's number, not ours.
Teen Bead Box in a child's hands
The Teen Bead Box presents golden ten-bead chains alongside the colored bead stair from 1-10, bridging the child's understanding between linear counting and the decimal system. This essential Montessori material features a sliding wooden lid box containing segmented golden bead chains and a triangular arrangement of colored bead bars, supporting the progression from concrete sensorial exploration to abstract mathematical concepts.
Mathematical Foundation
Introduces teen numbers and reinforces the decimal system through visual and tactile exploration.
Sequential Thinking
Builds understanding of number relationships and patterns through the systematic arrangement of quantities.
Fine Motor Control
Develops precision in handling and counting individual beads while organizing materials.
How to present it
Place the Teen Bead Box on a mat. Slide open the lid to reveal the materials. Arrange the colored bead bars 1-10 in stair formation on the left side of the mat. Place the golden ten-bars on the right.
- 1Introduce the golden ten-bar, counting each bead slowly while sliding fingers along
- 2Place one ten-bar horizontally, then add the one-bar to show 11, counting from the ten-bar through to eleven
- 3Continue building teens 12-19, each time counting from one through the new quantity
- 4Invite the child to build specific teen numbers you name
- 5Introduce the three-period lesson with the quantities: 'This is 14', 'Show me 16', 'What is this?'
3 tips for parents
- Look for opportunities in daily life to count objects in groups of ten, like arranging cookies or toys
- When your child shows interest in 'big numbers', acknowledge this curiosity and mention they're learning about these at school
- Avoid rushing to written numerals - the bead work builds deep understanding that makes later abstract work easier
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What's in the Box
- Wooden storage box: With sliding lid mechanism
- Golden ten-bead chains: Multiple chains in compartments
- Colored bead bars: Complete set from 1-10
Size and material
| Packaging | 13 × 11 × 4 cm |
| Box | Natural wood with sliding lid |
| Beads | Nylon beads on metal wire |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe wooden box with damp cloth; handle bead chains gently to maintain wire shape
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Teen Bead Box and how is it organized?
The Teen Bead Box contains golden ten-bead chains (segmented beads on wire) and a complete colored bead stair from 1-10 arranged in a triangular pattern. All materials are stored in a wooden box with a sliding lid for easy access and organized storage.
How does this material help children transition to understanding the decimal system?
By presenting ten-bead chains alongside the familiar colored bead stair (1-10), children can visually and tactilely explore how groups of ten form the foundation of our decimal system. This bridges their concrete counting experience with abstract mathematical concepts.
What is the difference between nylon and glass bead versions?
The nylon bead version offers the same educational value as glass beads but with added durability and safety for younger children. Nylon beads are lightweight, unbreakable, and maintain the precise sizing needed for accurate mathematical work.
What activities can children do with the Teen Bead Box?
Children can practice linear counting with the ten-bead chains, create number combinations using colored beads, explore skip counting by tens, and prepare for teen number formation (11-19). The material also supports sensorial discrimination of quantity through visual and tactile exploration.
How does this material prepare children for more advanced math work?
The Teen Bead Box establishes the critical concept that ten units form a new quantity (ten), preparing children for place value understanding. This foundation is essential for later work with the golden bead material, teen boards, and eventually abstract operations with large numbers.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Teen Bead Box