The Coming Of Humans
Made by Nienhuis Montessori · shipped by Heutink International (Netherlands) About the maker
Rooted in Montessori pedagogy, this educational poster illustrates the fascinating journey of human evolution through carefully curated images depicting key stages from early hominids to modern humans. The large-format chart features vivid photographs and illustrations including fossil evidence, cave paintings, stone tools, and brain development models, making abstract concepts tangible for young learners. Well suited for Cultural Studies and Timeline of Life presentations, this visual aid supports the Montessori approach to introducing children to their place in the grand story of humanity.
“Free the child's potential, and you will transform him into the world.”
The Coming Of Humans poster addresses the child's profound need to understand their origins and place within the universe.
- Develops understanding of sequential progression and temporal relationships
- Builds vocabulary related to human history and prehistoric life
- Cultivates respect for human ancestors and cultural heritage
- Strengthens visual discrimination skills through comparison of hominid features
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By presenting human evolution through vivid photographs of fossil evidence and cave paintings, this large-format chart transforms abstract temporal concepts into concrete visual experiences. Maria Montessori recognized that children between ages 3-6 possess an absorbent mind particularly attuned to cultural knowledge, and this poster's depiction of stone tools and brain development models feeds their hunger for understanding human history. The carefully curated images showing the progression from early hominids to modern humans create a visual narrative that children can internalize without requiring literacy skills. This educational chart serves as a foundational reference point when children explore questions about their ancestors, allowing them to construct their own understanding of humanity's journey through time.
How to present it
Follow the Montessori method of presentation for optimal child development.
Mount the poster at child eye level in the Cultural Studies area. Place a small mat or cushion in front for comfortable viewing. Have magnifying glasses and pointing sticks available nearby.
- 1
Invite the child to examine the poster, starting with the earliest hominid image
Let the child lead with their observations before offering information - 2
Point to specific features like tools or cave paintings, naming them simply
Use concrete language: 'This is a stone tool' rather than abstract concepts - 3
Move sequentially through the images, allowing time for questions
Follow the child's interest - they may focus on one particular image for extended time - 4
Compare features between different stages of human development
Use comparative language: 'Notice how this skull is different from that one' - 5
Connect the final image to themselves: 'These are humans like us'
Help them see themselves as part of this continuing story
Every Child Is a Little Creator
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Since 1929
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The Coming Of Humans
