Description
The Life Cycle of a Praying Mantis Objects features the four stages of a surprisingly complex creature. These objects form an integral part of the Montessori teaching, providing a tangible learning resource for the Child. Handling the objects, the Child’s muscles absorb the look and feel of the individual parts of the praying mantis, allowing them to always visualise the objects when these insects are mentioned.
- 4 plastic miniature objects describing each life cycle stage of this insects’ growth
- fertilised egg laid (and stuck with a sticky excretion) on a leaf
- ootheca, the protective covering of the egg
- nymph, a juvenile praying mantis
- adult praying mantis – 8 cm (3″)
- BPA-free and non-toxic
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Sally Forrester (verified owner) –
The praying mantis is an awesome animal. Amazing to learn so much about its life. The objects are well done.