This complete Montessori Botany Leaf Cabinet includes 24 wooden leaf insets housed in 4 drawers, 72 matching leaf cards (solid, thick outline, thin outline), and detailed control charts. A foundational material in CASA classrooms, it helps children classify and name leaf shapes while refining visual discrimination and early botany knowledge.
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Product Description
The Montessori Botany Leaf Cabinet is a foundational science material used to introduce children to the classification of leaves based on shape and structure. This comprehensive 4-drawer set supports sensorial exploration, early geometry, and scientific vocabulary development aligned with Montessori botany curriculum standards.
What’s Included
- 1 wooden 4-drawer cabinet
- 24 green leaf insets representing standard leaf shapes
- 72 coordinating leaf cards:
- 24 solid shape cards
- 24 thick outline cards
- 24 thin outline cards
- Control charts for guided work and reference
Key Features
- Classic Montessori material for botany classification
- Supports visual discrimination and geometric recognition
- High-quality wooden construction for long-term classroom use
- Includes progressive levels of card difficulty (solid to outline)
- Ideal for self-correcting, independent work
Benefits for Children
- Develops precise observation and classification skills
- Strengthens hand control and coordination through tracing and matching
- Builds scientific vocabulary related to plant biology
- Prepares for advanced Montessori botany materials and abstract thinking
Specifications
- Cabinet Dimensions: Approx. 48 cm x 36 cm x 18 cm
- Material: Solid wood (cabinet), green insets, cardstock leaf cards
- Recommended Age: 3+ years
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