Horizontal Dowel – Wooden
This Montessori material is designed for toddlers around 12–24 months and provides meaningful practice in wrist rotation, hand-eye coordination, and precise grasping skills.
The L-shaped dowel presents a new spatial challenge: instead of dropping vertically, the child must intentionally turn their wrist to slide each ring horizontally along the wooden bar. This strengthens coordination and builds muscle memory for future writing motions.
Montessori Benefits:
- Refines fine motor control and wrist rotation
- Strengthens concentration and coordination
- Encourages independent problem-solving
- Prepares the hand for future writing and self-care tasks
Recommended age: 12–24 months
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