Wooden CupGray / Red
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-00950008
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Base Material
- Natural wood
- Finish
- Paint/lacquer coating
- EAN
- 8719924005597
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €135.80 to go for free delivery.
Long Division €311.90Advice, warranty and returns are handled by us.
Wooden Cup in a child's hands
Built with care from premium materials, this wooden bowl features a striking two-tone design with a glossy red interior and matte gray exterior finish. The rounded shape with stable foot base makes it fitting for practical life activities such as pouring exercises, food preparation, or as a sorting container. The contrasting colors provide clear visual boundaries that help children understand interior and exterior concepts while developing coordination and concentration.
Practical Life Skills
Supports independence through real-world activities like food preparation, serving, and cleaning.
Fine Motor Development
Encourages precise hand movements and coordination when carrying, pouring, or transferring materials.
Visual Discrimination
The contrasting colors help children distinguish between inside and outside while organizing materials.
Care of Environment
Teaching responsibility through proper handling and cleaning of real, breakable objects.
How to present it
Place the wooden cup on a tray with a small pitcher containing colored water (to contrast with the red interior). Include a small sponge for spills. Position at child's eye level on the practical life shelf.
- 1Demonstrate holding the cup by its body, fingers wrapped around the gray exterior
- 2Pour water slowly into the red interior, stopping when liquid reaches halfway
- 3Lift and pour from cup to pitcher, rotating wrist smoothly
- 4Use sponge to wipe the red interior and gray exterior separately
3 tips for parents
- Use similar two-tone cups at home during snack time to reinforce the skills practiced at school
- Let your child pour their own drinks using the same careful movements they practice with the wooden cup
- Point out interior/exterior concepts in daily life: inside/outside of boxes, bowls, and rooms
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What's in the Box
- Wooden Bowl: Two-tone finish (gray exterior, red interior)
Size and material
| Packaging | 6 × 6 × 3 cm |
| Base Material | Natural wood |
| Finish | Paint/lacquer coating |
| Recommended Age | 3-6 years |
Care
Wipe with damp cloth, avoid soaking
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this wooden cup suitable for?
This wooden cup is designed for children ages 3-6 years. The size and weight are appropriate for small hands, making it ideal for developing practical life skills during the early childhood years.
What Montessori activities can be done with this cup?
This cup is perfect for pouring exercises (dry and wet materials), transferring activities, sorting small objects, food preparation work, and serving snacks. The contrasting colors help children distinguish between inside and outside concepts.
Is this wooden cup safe for food use?
Yes, this wooden cup features a food-safe finish on both the red interior and gray exterior. However, we recommend hand washing only and avoiding hot liquids or dishwashers to preserve the wood and finish.
What are the dimensions of this wooden cup?
The cup features a rounded bowl shape with a stable foot base designed for children's hands. The size is optimized for practical life activities, allowing children to grip comfortably while practicing coordination skills.
How do the two-tone colors support learning?
The glossy red interior and matte gray exterior provide clear visual contrast that helps children understand spatial concepts like inside/outside, full/empty, and containment. The different textures (glossy vs. matte) also provide tactile feedback.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Wooden Cup