Stamp Game

Description

Stamp Game

The Montessori Stamp Game is a wooden math material that introduces children aged 4 and above to the four fundamental operations—addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—using a symbolic approach. It comes in a wooden box with six compartments and includes:

• 45 green unit stamps marked “1”
• 45 blue ten stamps marked “10”
• 45 red hundred stamps marked “100”
• 20 green thousand stamps marked “1000”
• 10 color-coded skittles (green, blue, red) to represent divisors
• 10 corresponding color-coded coins for use as placeholders or zeros
• 2 large green skittles for higher place value demonstrations

Key Benefits and Learning Outcomes

• Reinforces understanding of the decimal system
• Supports practice in all four arithmetic operations
• Bridges concrete to abstract thinking in math
• Develops mental math and problem-solving skills
• Encourages independent work and critical thinking
• Enhances numerical fluency and confidence

Design and Material

The box and skittles of the stamp game are handcrafted from premium beech wood, chosen for its durability and smooth finish. The stamps are made from MDF wood, painted and printed using the universal Montessori color code for clarity—green (units/thousands), blue (tens), and red (hundreds). All paints, inks, and finishes are non-toxic and eco-friendly, ensuring a safe and enriching learning experience. The compartments are thoughtfully arranged for order and ease of access, promoting independence and logical sequencing in children’s work.