The Plastic Box For Arrows: Small is a Sensorial Montessori material designed for children aged 3-6, crafted by Nienhuis Montessori to AMI standards.
This clear plastic storage box is specifically designed to organize and protect small Montessori arrows used in various sensorial activities. The transparent construction allows children to easily identify contents while the secure lid ensures materials remain organized and dust-free. An essential organizational tool that supports the Montessori principle of maintaining a prepared environment.
“The senses, being explorers of the world, open the way to knowledge.”— Maria MontessoriThe Discovery of the Child
“Children display a universal love of mathematics, which is par excellence the science of precision, order, and intelligence.”
— Maria Montessori, The Discovery of the Child
The Plastic Box for Arrows exemplifies the Montessori principle of order through its transparent design that reveals precisely organized sensorial arrows. This clear plastic container enables children to see the arrows before opening, reinforcing visual discrimination skills while maintaining the prepared environment. When children retrieve arrows from this designated box, they experience the satisfaction of finding materials exactly where expected, building their sense of security and independence. The box's specific size for small arrows teaches classification - these particular arrows belong in this particular container, not mixed with other materials. By providing a proper storage solution for delicate sensorial arrows, the box preserves the precision of these teaching tools while demonstrating respect for materials. The secure lid on this plastic box requires deliberate action to open and close, developing motor planning as children access their work materials independently.
Each order includes everything needed for proper presentation and long-term use.
Follow the Montessori method of presentation for optimal child development.
Show the child how to carry the box with two hands to their work area
Demonstrate opening the lid with controlled movements, placing it quietly beside the box
Remove needed arrows individually, noting their return position
After completing work, return arrows to their exact positions in the box
Replace the lid securely and return the box to its designated shelf spot
Each material supports multiple areas of child development simultaneously.
Transparent design helps children maintain organized materials and supports independence in accessing and returning materials.
Teaches children responsibility for protecting and preserving their learning materials through proper storage.
Clear construction allows children to identify contents without opening, supporting efficient work choices.
Designed for child-sized hands
Professional tips from AMI-trained guides to maximize the educational value of this material.
“Position the box at eye level so children can easily see contents without removing it from the shelf”
Create a consistent checking routine to ensure all arrows are returned after activities
Use the transparent feature to teach inventory skills - children can count arrows without opening
Consider color-coding shelf labels to match any arrow categories stored within
Everything you need to know about this material.
This box is specifically sized for small Montessori arrows used in sensorial activities. Please contact us for exact measurements as dimensions may vary slightly between manufacturers.
This box is designed for small arrows used in sensorial activities such as the Box of Blue Triangles, Constructive Triangles, and other geometric materials. It's perfect for organizing directional arrows and small sensorial components.
Yes, the box is made from child-safe, durable plastic that is BPA-free and meets safety standards for educational materials. The transparent design allows for easy content identification without opening.
The clear design promotes independence by allowing children to see contents at a glance. The secure lid maintains order and protects materials from dust, supporting the Montessori principles of organization and care of the environment.
While specifically designed for small arrows, this versatile storage box can accommodate other small sensorial materials like beads, counters, or geometric shapes that require organized storage and easy access.
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