Material name: Bells Support Materials Set
(Montessori Bells Support Materials)
Area: Sensorial & Music
Purpose & developmental benefits:
The Bells Support Materials Set is the official companion material used with the Montessori Bells, supporting the child’s transition from sensorial auditory experiences to musical symbols and notation. It plays a vital role in the Montessori progression from concrete to abstract, helping children move from listening and pitch discrimination toward understanding and reading music notation.
Skills supported:
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Strengthens pitch discrimination and awareness of sound sequences
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Develops connections between sound and symbol (musical notes and staff placement)
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Builds auditory and visual memory through matching bells, cards, and symbols
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Encourages sequential, logical, and comparative thinking in music
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Prepares children for reading and writing musical notation at an age-appropriate level
Recommended age:
Material & design:
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Printed on heavy card or thick paper, following Nienhuis standards
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Includes cards, labels, charts, and support materials for Montessori Bells lessons
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Clear, precise design that supports self-correction when mismatches occur
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Sized and formatted for use on work mats or tables
Use in the classroom / at home:
Used in the Music or Sensorial area in direct combination with the Montessori Bells. Children typically follow a progression of listening to the bells → ordering pitches → matching bells with cards and labels → gradual introduction to musical notation. Teachers use the set to present structured, sequential lessons, supporting the child’s step-by-step transition from sound perception to reading and understanding musical symbols.
At home, the set is suitable for parents with Montessori knowledge and a quiet environment that allows children to listen and concentrate deeply.
