Spindle Boxes
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Spindle Boxes | |
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Math - Numbers 0-10 | |
Level | Primary |
Age | 3.5 - 4 |
Prerequisites | Number Rods Sandpaper Numerals Number Rods With Numerals |
Materials | spindle boxes 45 identical spindles container for spindles |
This activity lets the child practice associating the numerals and quantities 0-9.
Presentation
- step one
- step two
Points of Interest
Control of Error
Variations and Extensions
Material
Make Your Own
This version was made by gluing segments of cardboard tube onto two narrow boards. The numerals were written on cards with a marker and glued to the front. The spindles were made from sticks cut to the same length.
Source:Montessori on a Budget
This version was made from two cardboard boxes with balsa wood dividers hot-glued in place. The spindles are popsicle sticks.
Source:What DID We Do All Day?