Introduce children to land and water concepts with this tactile Montessori Sandpaper Globe. A must-have sensorial material for early geography education.
Product Description
The Montessori Sandpaper Globe offers a tactile introduction to geography, helping young learners distinguish land and water through touch. With textured yellow continents and smooth blue oceans, this globe invites children to feel the Earth’s surface while building spatial awareness and early global concepts.
Key Features
- Textured sandpaper continents (yellow) and smooth painted oceans (blue)
- Realistic, tactile experience supporting Montessori sensorial principles
- Globe diameter: 9 cm | Total height: 25 cm | Base diameter: 16 cm
- Durable solid wood base for stability
- Perfect for Casa classrooms, homeschool environments, and geography shelves
Benefits
- Develops tactile discrimination and spatial orientation
- Strengthens fine motor skills and concentration
- Introduces global structure through sensory exploration
- Builds a foundation for future geography and cultural studies
What’s Included
- 1 Montessori Sandpaper Globe
- Fixed wooden base
Specifications
- Globe Diameter: 9 cm
- Total Height: 25 cm
- Base Diameter: 16 cm
- Materials: Wood, coated resin, tactile sandpaper surface
- Recommended Age: 3 years and up
How to Use
Introduce the globe by slowly tracing the textured landforms and smooth ocean surfaces with your fingers. Encourage the child to repeat the motions and say “land” or “water” as they explore. This multisensory activity enhances awareness and retention.
Pairs Well With
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See It in Action
Follow us on Instagram @HandsOnMontessoriStore to explore how educators use this globe to introduce land and water concepts in real Montessori environments.