Product Description
Introduce foundational zoology with our Montessori Plants and Animals Classification Set – a tactile, object-based sorting material perfect for early science learning. Children will explore the basic difference between plants and animals using realistic figurines, labeled category cards, and color-coded felt pouches.
Key Features
- Includes 10 realistic plant objects and 10 animal figurines
- 2 printed title cards: “Plants” and “Animals”
- 2 color-coded felt pouches for classification
- Designed for sensorial, hands-on exploration
- Supports Montessori-aligned science and language activities
Benefits for Children
- Reinforces early biology concepts through play
- Promotes visual discrimination and classification skills
- Enhances fine motor control and vocabulary development
- Encourages self-directed discovery and scientific thinking
What's Included
- 10 Plant Objects
- 10 Animal Figurines
- 2 category title cards: “Plants” and “Animals”
- 2 felt storage pouches (color-coded)
- 1 sorting bin
Specifications
- Recommended Age: 3+ years
- Materials: Realistic figurines, printed category cards, felt pouches
How to Use
Present the child with the two labeled felt pouches. Encourage them to observe and classify each object into “plant” or “animal.” Use this work to spark conversation about what makes something a plant or an animal in the natural world.
Pair It With
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