Understanding Knobbed Cylinders: A Montessori Classic for Young Learners
The knobbed cylinders are a set of four wooden blocks, each containing ten cylinders that differ in diameter, height, or both. The tops of the cylinders have small knobs that children can hold, helping them lift each piece. These knobs are easy to grip, which makes them ideal for developing small motor skills—especially for children just beginning to refine their pincer grasp.
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