The Red Corolla
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-532450
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Book Dimensions
- 21 × 28 × 1.5 cm
- Cover
- Illustrated cardstock
- Pages
- Paper
- EAN
- 8719924063238
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The Red Corolla
The Red Corolla is a beautifully illustrated cosmic education book designed to introduce young children to botany through the exploration of flower anatomy. This softcover book features vibrant artwork depicting a child discovering the wonder of a red flower through magnification, perfectly aligned with Montessori's approach to nature study. The educational content supports the 3-6 year old's natural curiosity about the living world while building foundational scientific vocabulary.
How to present it
Place The Red Corolla on the nature shelf alongside a magnifying glass and fresh flowers when possible. Create a quiet reading corner with good natural light.
- 1Begin by examining the book's cover illustration together, discussing what the child notices about the red flower
- 2Read through the book slowly, pausing to examine each magnified illustration
- 3Introduce botanical vocabulary as it appears naturally in the text and illustrations
- 4Compare the book's illustrations to real flowers using a magnifying glass
3 tips for parents
- Visit gardens or flower shops to find examples of flowers similar to those in the book
- Start a home flower journal documenting different blooms you discover together
- Use a simple magnifying glass during nature walks to connect book learning to real observation
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Book Details
- Author
- Carol Hicks Bartlett
- Publisher
- NAMTA
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 80
- Language
- English
- Year Published
- 2009
- Genre
- Children's / Botany
- ISBN
- 8719924063238
What's in the Box
- The Red Corolla Book: Illustrated softcover educational book
Size and material
| Book Dimensions | 21 × 28 × 1.5 cm |
| Cover | Illustrated cardstock |
| Pages | Paper |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Keep dry, store flat or upright on bookshelf
Frequently Asked Questions
What age group is The Red Corolla book suitable for?
The Red Corolla is designed for children ages 3-6 years old, perfectly aligned with the Montessori primary/Casa dei Bambini age group. The content and vocabulary are developmentally appropriate for young children beginning their exploration of botany.
How does this book support Montessori cosmic education?
This book introduces flower anatomy through beautiful illustrations and a child's perspective, following Maria Montessori's cosmic education approach. It connects children to nature through scientific observation, building foundational botany knowledge while nurturing their natural wonder about the living world.
What specific botany concepts does The Red Corolla teach?
The book focuses on flower anatomy, introducing scientific vocabulary for parts of a flower through the exploration of a red corolla. Children learn about petals, stamens, pistils, and other flower components through magnified illustrations that reveal the intricate details of flower structure.
Is this a hardcover or softcover book?
The Red Corolla is a softcover book, making it lightweight and easy for young children to handle independently. The format is durable enough for classroom use while remaining accessible for small hands.
How can teachers and parents use this book in Montessori activities?
This book pairs beautifully with hands-on botany activities like flower dissection, nature walks, and botanical nomenclature cards. Teachers can use it to introduce flower study, support vocabulary development, and inspire observational drawing or pressed flower projects.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
The Red Corolla