Description
The Brown Stair also called the Broad Stair, introduces the Child to differences in size, in 3-dimensions, whilst maintaining the same width.
This is a set of 10 prisms with a constant width of 20cm. Each prism differs by thickness. The objective is for the Child to place the blocks in proper gradation, forming a stair-like structure.
Features
- made from solid Beechwood, sprayed with brown eco-friendly lacquer
- didactically accurate measurements
- 1cm x 1cm x 20cm rising in 1cm gradations to –
- 10cm x 10cm x 20cm
The pink tower cubes shown in the brown stair illustration are for illustrative purposes only.
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Further Reading and Resources
“With this exercise the teacher introduces the concepts of thickness and thinness, using the terms thick, thicker, thickest, and thin, thinner, thinnest, with the corresponding blocks as concrete examples.” A Parents’ Guide to the Montessori Classroom by Aline D. Wolf.
Broad Stair by Catherine McTamaney
One of our favorites, the Broad Stair or Brown Stair is a constant attraction in the Montessori classroom. A frequent partner to the Pink Tower, the Broad Stair shares some qualities in common with its upright partner: dimensions in diminishing tenths that support the…
Ruby Francis (verified owner) –
The blocks are smooth. They also feel like the correct weight. Good quality.