{"product_id":"montessori-knobbed-cylinder-blocks-set-beechwood","title":"Montessori Knobbed Cylinder Blocks Set - Beechwood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eMontessori Knobbed Cylinder Blocks Set - Beechwood is a core Montessori Sensorial material designed to refine and isolate a specific sense, supporting deeper cognitive development. The Knobbed Cylinder Block Set introduces visual discrimination of size and prepares for writing and math skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis is an Authentic Genuine Montessori material, it is a teaching aid, not a \"Montessori toy\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe Knobbed Cylinder Block Set is designed to introduce the child to the first stage of visual discrimination of size. The set contains 4 blocks, each containing 10 cylinders with knobs, each cylinder fitting into its respective hole. Variations in dimension are offered within each block:- Block 1: The cylinders, from left to right, remain constant in height (5.5cm) while diameter varies from thick to thin (5.5cm to 1cm). Block 2: The cylinders, from left to right, vary in height from tall to short (5.5cm-1cm) as well as diameter from thick to thin (5.5cm-1cm). Block 3: The cylinders, from left to right, vary in height from short to tall (1cm-5.5cm) and in diameter from thick to thin (5.5cm-1cm) Block 4: The cylinders remain constant in diameter (5.5cm) while height varies from tall to short (5.5cm-1cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003ePurpose of this Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect Visual discrimination of dimensions. Indirect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparation for writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecoordination of the fingers used to hold the pencil. Refinement of voluntary movement. The child will be able to fit the cylinders with one precise movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparation for mathematics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003eSuggested Lesson\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst show the child how to carry the block of cylinders to the table with both hands holding the ends of the block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSit beside the child and place one cylinder block in front of the child. Remove the cylinders from the block by holding the knobs with three fingers (called the pencil grip), starting from the largest to the smallest. Remove each cylinder from the block and place it in front of the respective socket that it was removed from\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter a short pause, put the cylinders back into their respective sockets, starting from largest to the smallest. You may invite the child to help from the 3rd cylinder onwards. The exercise is done without letting the cylinders fall and without making too much noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat steps 2-3 but place the cylinders at random when removed from the sockets. The child will have to search for the correct socket to place back the cylinders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage can be introduced with each block to identify dimension by taking the first and the last cylinder of each block and speaking to the child with the following terminology: Block 1:\"thick, thin\" Block 2: \"tall \u0026amp; thick, short \u0026amp; thin\" Block 3: \"short \u0026amp; thick, tall \u0026amp; thin\" Block 4: \"tall, short\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the lesson presentation is finished ask the child to return the block of cylinders to the shelves, holding the block with two hands at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuggest to the child that now that they know how to use the cylinder block they can return to practice with it in the same way by themselves whenever they want to. Package Size and Weight: 47cm x 30cm x 10cm,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eRecommended Age Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTypically introduced between 3–6 years in the Montessori Children’s House environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eKey Learning Outcomes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefinement of a single sense (visual, tactile, auditory, baric, thermic, olfactory, or gustatory).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports classification, sequencing, and abstract thought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndirect preparation for mathematics, science, and language.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003ePurpose of the Material\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo isolate and refine one sense, supporting the child’s ability to classify, order, and build abstract knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eHow It’s Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLay out the material neatly on a mat or table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite the child to explore one piece at a time with focused attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide the child to compare, grade, or match pieces as appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the child to repeat freely to internalise the sensorial concept.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eHow to Present the Activity\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite the child to work with you and name the material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate how to handle one piece carefully and deliberately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShow a matching, grading, or sequencing activity slowly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer the material to the child and step back to observe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eExtensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay games such as ‘mystery bag’ or ‘find the match’.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce three-period lessons to enrich vocabulary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with other sensorial materials for advanced exploration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eTips for Home Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate sensorial materials to maintain interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourage repetition and observation rather than correction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a calm, ordered space for focused work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Safety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAlways exercise extreme caution and care, never leave a child unattended and without adequate supervision with any of the equipment or material advertised on our website and catalogue. Many of the products on our website and in the catalogue are designed according to scientific teaching principles. They are teaching aids, not toys. They must be used under professionally trained adult supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eOur products include educational Montessori materials as well as child-friendly educational toys. Montessori materials are teaching aids and not toys — they must be used under adult supervision. Toys in this category are designed for play but still require appropriate care and supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Heart of Montessori Learning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIn Montessori education, the importance of learning is not found only in the materials, but in the way they are introduced. The true magic lies in the prepared adult, the prepared environment, and the respectful relationship between adult and child. When this relationship is built on trust, respect, and authentic love, the child feels safe and inspired to explore. As Dr. Maria Montessori explained, it is through this deep connection that learning is joyfully and naturally absorbed. Montessori called her approach an “education for peace” — nurturing not only knowledge and skills, but also compassion, understanding, and respect for self, others, and the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A2Z Montessori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47628223054077,"sku":"SE003","price":274.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.montessoriathome.com.au\/products\/montessori-knobbed-cylinder-blocks-set-beechwood","provider":"Montessori At Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}