Wooden CupBlack / Green
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-00950009
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Primary Material
- Natural wood
- Finish
- Lacquer coating
- EAN
- 8719924005603
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €135.80 to go for free delivery.
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Wooden Cup in a child's hands
For hands-on mathematics, this elegant two-tone wooden bowl features a striking black exterior with a glossy green interior finish, great for Montessori practical life activities. The smooth, rounded form with its subtle foot base provides children with an authentic vessel for pouring exercises, food preparation, and care of environment activities, while the contrasting colors aid in visual discrimination and aesthetic appreciation.
Practical Life Skills
Develops coordination and concentration through pouring, transferring, and food preparation activities.
Visual Discrimination
The contrasting colors help children distinguish between interior and exterior surfaces while refining visual perception.
Care of Environment
Teaches responsibility through proper handling and cleaning of real, breakable materials.
Independence
Child-sized proportions enable autonomous use in daily practical life activities.
How to present it
Place the wooden cup on a tray with a small pitcher of water (filled to 1/3). Position on a low shelf at child's eye level. Include a small sponge for spills.
- 1Demonstrate carrying the tray with both hands to a table
- 2Pour water from pitcher into the wooden cup using dominant hand
- 3Lift the wooden cup with both hands and pour water back into pitcher
- 4Repeat the pouring cycle 3-4 times
- 5Use sponge to wipe any drips from the cup's black exterior
3 tips for parents
- Allow your child to use the wooden cup during family meals for serving small portions
- Practice pouring during bath time first if your child seems hesitant with water activities
- Notice and comment when your child handles the cup carefully: 'You held the cup so steadily!'
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What's in the Box
- Wooden Bowl: Black exterior with green interior finish
Size and material
| Packaging | 6 × 6 × 3 cm |
| Primary Material | Natural wood |
| Finish | Lacquer coating |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth, dry immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dimensions and capacity of this wooden cup?
This wooden cup has a standard child-sized capacity suitable for Montessori practical life activities. The rounded form with subtle foot base provides stability while being perfectly sized for small hands to grasp and control during pouring exercises.
Is the finish safe for food contact and water-based activities?
Yes, the glossy green interior finish is food-safe and water-resistant, making it suitable for snack time, water pouring exercises, and food preparation activities. The smooth finish is easy to clean and maintain.
How does this cup support Montessori learning objectives?
This cup develops fine motor skills through pouring exercises, hand-eye coordination, concentration, and independence. The contrasting black and green colors enhance visual discrimination while the authentic material connects children to real-world experiences.
What activities can children do with this wooden cup?
Children can use it for water pouring exercises, transferring activities with beans or rice, snack serving, flower arranging, practical life sorting activities, and as part of food preparation work in the Montessori environment.
How should I care for and clean this wooden cup?
Hand wash with mild soap and warm water, then dry immediately with a soft cloth. Avoid soaking or dishwasher use. Occasionally treat with food-safe wood oil to maintain the finish and prevent cracking.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Wooden Cup