The document outlines eight common Montessori learning materials, emphasizing their benefits in developing various skills in children. These materials, including puzzles, sorting activities, sandpaper letters, and more, enhance problem-solving, motor skills, numeracy, and language development. The document concludes by encouraging parents to engage with Hidden Stars School, which incorporates these materials to foster children's growth.

1. 8 Common Montessori Learning Materials, How They Help
Your Child
1. Puzzles: Puzzles stimulate problem-solving skills, as well as hand-eye coordination and
patience. They come in various sizes and difficulty levels depending on age group; this
means that there’ll always be something new for your child to try!
2. Sorting activities: Simple, yet effective. Sorting activities help children develop their
concentration and fine motor skills, as well as the ability to identify and distinguish
between various objects.
3. Sandpaper letters: This is one of Maria Montessori’s signature learning materials.
Through tracing sandpaper letters with a finger, kids learn about letter shapes while
simultaneously developing tactile discrimination and hand dexterity.
4. Block work: Blocks are a great way for children to learn about sizes and shapes in an
interactive manner! Playing with different sized blocks encourages them to problem solve
and use their imagination too; it’s also great for social interaction if they choose to build
something together with friends.

2. 5. Geometric solids: Another classic Montessori material, geometric solids help kids learn
about 3D shapes. These can come in a variety of materials such as wood or plastic;
children use them to understand concepts related to volume and surface area as well as
matching sizes and shapes.
6. Number rods: Number rods are used to teach young children the concept of numeracy in
an interactive manner by counting the blocks on each rod. They’re also great for helping
develop fine motor skills through manipulation of small objects!
7. Language cards: Cards featuring images, text and symbols aid in language development
among young learners, especially when adults provide guidance and explain what’s
written on them.
8. Colour tablets: Colour tablets are great for developing a child’s colour discrimination
skills as they can be used to match two different shades of the same hue or distinguish
between them.

3. At Hidden Stars School, we strive to provide our learners with these and other Montessori
learning materials that help stimulate their growth and development. Our mission is to ensure
your child gets the best education possible - so come join us today!