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10 Rocks and Crystals Montessori Matching Nomenclature Cards with Natural Rocks
10 Rocks and Crystals Montessori Matching Nomenclature Cards with Natural Rocks
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Have a child fascinated by rocks and crystals? This is the perfect gift for them.
🍀 Explore the fascinating world of rocks and crystals with our Montessori Rocks & Crystals Nomencalture Cards and Miniature Matching Set– a hands-on learning material designed to support observation, vocabulary, classification and early reading.
Following Montessori principles, this set uses eal photographs, accurate names and real specimens to help children explore and connect with the natural world. Ideal for Montessori shelves, homeschool environments, nature tables, forest schools and classrooms.
Classified cards | nomenclature cards
Details
Details
📦 What’s Included?
– 10 sets of Rocks & Crystals Cards and Specimens
• Rocks & Crystals Cards (9.2x7 cm, 3.6x2.8inch, double sided matt laminated)
• Label cards (9.2x2.4cm, 3.6x0.9 inch, double sided matt laminated)
• Back of each card shows the information on the formation, colour, use and locations of these rocks
• Label cards
• Matching rock/crystal specimens
– Cotton storage pouch for the specimens
– Small muslin bag for the cards and labels
– Cardboard box for storage
🌼 Why choose this set?
• Cards are professionally printed and mat laminated on both sides for durability – perfect for repeated use at home or in the classroom
• Real rock and crystal specimens are carefully selected to match the cards
• Handy storage pouches make the set easy to organise and take on nature outings
• Features real-life photographs and accurate names to support meaningful exploration
• Designed to encourage children to observe, compare and discover the differences between rocks and crystals
• Trusted and enjoyed by Montessori families and educators in the UK and around the world
🌿 How to use them?
• Begin by introducing a few specimens at a time. Show the child the specimen and give its name, allowing them to examine its colour, shape, texture and other characteristics
• Place the cards on a mat and invite the child to match the real specimens to the photographs
• Start with a small selection and gradually introduce more as the child becomes familiar with them
• When the child begins to read, introduce the label cards and allow them to match the names to the specimens
• Encourage the child to compare specimens – What is the same? What is different? Which is darker, lighter, smoother or more transparent?
• Look at the back of the cards to learn more about the origin, source of colour, uses and location of these rocks
• Take the cards and specimens on nature walks or visits to museums and geological sites, and look for rocks and crystals in the environment
• Use the cards alongside books or other activities to encourage further research and exploration
• These are just a few ideas – the possibilities are endless!
🍀 Benefits
✔️ Supports vocabulary development and early reading
✔️ Encourages careful observation and scientific curiosity
✔️ Develops matching, comparing, classification and self-correction skills
✔️ Introduces children to rocks, crystals and the natural world
✔️ Encourages independent exploration and hands-on learning
✔️ Suitable for children from the pre-reading stage onwards
🏡 Perfect for:
– Montessori shelves
– Nature tables
– Homeschool science activities
– Geology and earth science studies
– Forest school classrooms
– Classroom discovery areas
🔴 Please note
* These materials are intended for individual use or for a single class only. They must not be modified, resold, redistributed or shared in any way. Copyright by Montessori Hut.
* Bulk discounts and collaborations are available for school orders – please get in touch.
* Our cards are lovingly handmade, so minor variations in size may occur.
* Natural specimens vary in colour, pattern, shape and size. Each set is therefore unique, and specimens may differ slightly from the photographs shown.
* Designed in the UK, and cards are printed and made in the UK
🌸 Rocks & Crystals Included
* Obsidian
* Citrine
* Lapis Lazuli
* Red Jasper
* Sunstone
* Strawberry Quartz
* Amethyst
* Rose Quartz
* Green Fluorite
* Clear Quartz
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
You might receive your order in two shipments, as our products are fulfilled from two locations:
1️⃣ From our London office.
This include all handmade language cards, scissors and placemats etc.
Shipping Cost:
UK customers: standard P&P of £2.9. Free shipping on orders above £40.
International orders: a flat fee will be automatically added at check out, and free for orders above £90
Dispatch Time:
Most products are dispatched within 2-7 days except weekends.
Language cards are hand made to order. This enables us to offer a wide range of topics without accumulating large stocks, and is gentler on the environment.
Shipping Time:
UK: 2-4 business days.
Europe: 3-7 business days (estimated by Royal Mail)
North America and ROW: 7-14 business days (estimated by Royal Mail)
2️⃣ For products marked "SHIPS FROM NETHERLAND":
We hand pick a small collection from Heutink in Netherland, the original Montessori materials maker that worked with Maria Montessori. Being based in Europe ensures the highest safety and quality standards for the children.
Shipping Cost:
To UK and EU only: flat fee of £10 gbp. Free shipping on orders above £150.
Shipping Time:
UK and Europe: arrive in around 3 weeks.
Import tax charges:
Kindly note customers are responsible for any import tax charged by your country of residence. Your custom may withhold the goods until such charges have been paid.
Custom inspections may cause delays outside of our control
Packaging:
To reduce our impact on the environment we may reuse clean cardboard and paper for the outer packaging (all products also have their own individual packaging to keep them safe and clean).
Out of stock products:
If an item you purchased is out of stock, we will ship the rest of your order and contact you with an estimated restock date. You can then choose to receive a refund or wait for the item to be delivered. If we don't hear back from you, we will send you the product once it restocks. Thank you!
Excess delivery charge:
In rare cases, the delivery carrier (e.g., USPS, Royal Mail) may request an additional postage fee upon delivery. If this happens:
1.Pay the Fee – Please pay the requested amount directly to the carrier.
2.Keep the Receipt – Make sure to collect a receipt for the payment.
3.Request a Refund – Email a copy of the receipt to eva@montessorihut.com, including your order number and any relevant details.
4.Receive Your Refund – Once verified, we’ll promptly reimburse you for the additional postage fee.
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