'Pictures Meet Words' – as seen in LMNOP Magazine, Issue 7. Photos: © 2011 Ian MacPherson.

Gift idea #14. MONTESSORI READING MATERIALS
Nurture children’s love of learning with The Montessori approach. It encourages them to be independent with activities and materials they can use at their own pace.

The Montessori Reading Boards are an excellent way to explore the connection between spoken and written language. Children can start their reading practice with a parent or on their own by naming the pictures on these charming wooden cards. Once reading skills are established, they can then match them to the corresponding word card from the same set. This sleek wooden set includes 100 picture cards, 100 word cards and two stands.

Montessori Reading Materials, Nienhuis. Available online at Nienhuis