The Montessori Spindle Box is a foundational math material designed to teach children the association between numbers and quantities. It includes two wooden boxes labeled 0–9 and 45 wooden spindles, allowing children to place the correct number of spindles into each compartment, reinforcing counting skills and introducing the concept of zero.
Product Description
The Montessori Spindle Box is a foundational material in the Montessori math curriculum. It introduces children to the concept of quantity, numeral association, and the meaning of zero. Consisting of two wooden boxes labeled 0–9 and 45 wooden spindles, this activity promotes one-to-one correspondence, counting accuracy, and number recognition.
Key Features
- Two-compartment wooden boxes labeled 0 through 9
- Includes 45 smooth, hand-finished wooden spindles
- Helps children internalize the concept of zero as an empty set
- Supports Montessori math curriculum in Casa classrooms
- Self-correcting design encourages independent learning
Benefits for Children
- Develops number sense and quantity recognition
- Reinforces sequencing, counting, and logical thinking
- Promotes fine motor skills and careful handling
- Strengthens the foundation for future operations like addition and subtraction
What’s Included
- 2 wooden spindle boxes with printed numerals (0–9)
- 45 wooden spindles
Specifications
- Box dimensions: 26.5 cm x 8.5 cm each
- Spindle length: approx. 16 cm
- Material: Solid wood with smooth finish
- Recommended Age: 3+ years
How to Use
Invite the child to identify the numerals and place the corresponding number of spindles into each compartment. For numeral 0, no spindle is placed. Guide the child to count out loud while placing the spindles, supporting the development of one-to-one correspondence and number order. Children naturally notice if there are too many or too few spindles left over, fostering self-correction.