Brand: Montessori & Me

<p> Infants love to play peekaboo for a reason! Watching their favorite face or toy disappear from view, only to reappear again a few moments later, is engaging because it naturally appeals to their developing understanding of object permanence. This is the ability to understand that objects still exist even when they are no longer visible. Mastery of this concept is one of an infant’s primary developmental accomplishments in the first year of life. </p> <p></p> <p> An object permanence box is a classic Montessori material that is introduced to infants once they can sit up independently, at approximately 8-12 months of age. This material aids in the child’s development of object permanence, while also honing their hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, focus, and concentration. Rounded edges make it very baby safe. </p> <p></p> <p> To use the object permanence box, an infant places a large wooden ball into a hole located on the top of the box. The ball momentarily disappears into the box, but then reappears as it rolls back out into a tray where it is then easily retrieved by the infant. A baby who is still actively developing an understanding of object permanence will often engage in long periods of repetition with this task, until mastery is achieved. </p> <p></p> <p> <b>Recommended Age:</b> 8-12 Months </p> <p></p> <p> <b>Materials:</b> solid rubberwood (a true hardwood from the maple family) </p> <p></p> <p> <b>Dimensions:</b> </p> <p> Box - 12”L x 6”W x 4.5”H </p> <p> Ball - 1.75” diameter </p>

Features:

• EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC: Our Object Permanence Box is the ultimate Montessori tool for your child's development! Crafted from eco-friendly hardwood, coated with child-safe lacquer, it offers a lasting finish. Watch as they place the ball, witnessing its vanishing act and reemergence in the tray. With joyful repetition, they'll master object permanence, enhancing hand-eye coordination and focus. Unlock their potential with this exceptional learning aid, igniting curiosity and a love for learning!
• NATURAL DEVELOPMENT: Peekaboo captivates infants as it aligns with their evolving comprehension of object permanence - the realization that objects exist even when unseen. A pivotal developmental milestone in the initial year, mastering this concept deeply engages them. They delight in the familiar face or toy vanishing and reappearing, fostering cognitive growth.
• CLASSIC MONTESSORI: Introduced around 6-12 months when infants can sit up, the object permanence box is a staple Montessori tool. It fosters object permanence and sharpens hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, focus, and concentration - all crucial aspects of a child's development.
• HOW IT'S USED: Infants interact with the object permanence box by inserting a large wooden ball through the top hole. The ball vanishes briefly inside the box and then reemerges, rolling into a tray for easy retrieval. Through repeated play, infants strengthen their grasp of object permanence, frequently engaging in the task until they attain mastery.
• SAFETY GUARANTEED: The Montessori & Me object permanence box is made from natural, sustainably sourced wood, and all materials exceed lab testing standards for 100% non-toxic safety. Ball size surpasses child-safety regulations for non-choking hazards. The surface of both box and ball are smoothed to perfection, so you can rest assured it is completely safe for baby!

Product Details:

• Collection: Early Development Toys
• Type: Baby & Toddler Toys
• Color: Natural
• Size: 12”L x 6”W x 4.5”H (Box), 1.75” diameter (Ball)
• Model: obj_perm_box
• Package Quantity: 1