Metal Insets

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Metal Insets
Language - Writing
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LevelPrimary
Age3.5 +
PrerequisitesKnobbed Cylinders
Geometric Cabinet
MaterialsMetal Insets
colored pencils
pencil holder
5½" square paper
tray

This activity helps the child gain proficiency in using a pencil. This helps prepare the child for writing.

Presentations

Presentation 1

  1. Select and place on the tray a piece of paper, a metal inset, and three colored pencils (use a pencil holder if one is not built into the tray). Carry the tray to a table.
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Presentation 2

  1. Select and place on the tray a piece of paper, 2 metal insets, and two colored pencils (use a pencil holder if one is not built into the tray). Carry the tray to a table.
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Points of Interest

Control of Error

Variations and Extensions

Material

Where to Buy

Metal Insets (set of 10)
Absorbent Montessori $69.00 (with 2 stands)
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Tracing Tray
Absorbent Montessori $17.99


Colored Pencil Holders
Absorbent Montessori $19.99 (11)


Inset Paper Box
Absorbent Montessori $5.49


Pencil Holder
Absorbent Montessori $1.99 (for 3 pencils)