The pincer grasp is a vital skill children need to gain independence and explore the world around them. Click here to learn how Montessori classroom tools strengthen these muscles used for many everyday activities, from coloring and writing to getting dressed with zippers and buttons.

The Hundred Board is an excellent example of this. This engaging tool is a grid board with one hundred squares, typically made of wood or plastic.Click here to read how this material helps students develop their understanding of numbers and numerical order.

The Decanomial Bead Box is a unique educational tool used for over a century to teach young children about mathematics. Click here to learn how this material helps children understand the relationship between numbers and sculpts the foundation for number sense over time.