{"product_id":"bead-stairs-black-white-1-9-item-m6354","title":"Bead Stairs: Black \u0026 White 1-9","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"426\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Black and White Bead Stair Set includes 9 individual bead bars, representing the numbers 1 through 9. Bead bars 1 through 5 are all black, while the bars from 6 to 9 begin with five black beads followed by white beads to complete the total. For example, the bead bar for 6 has 5 black beads and 1 white bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"823\" class=\"\"\u003eThis intentional color grouping helps children easily recognize quantities by fives and then see the additional beads, supporting a key early math skill known as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"602\"\u003esubitizing\u003c\/em\u003e—the ability to instantly identify the number of objects in a small group without counting one by one. Subitizing strengthens number sense and supports children's ability to understand and work with numbers more fluently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"970\" class=\"\"\u003eThis critical mathematical skill lays the foundation for strong number sense and helps children quickly associate number words with actual quantities. The clear, contrasting colors of the bead bars enhance visual perception and allow children to internalize numeric patterns naturally and intuitively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1208\" class=\"\"\u003ePerfect for Montessori classrooms, early childhood settings, or home learning environments, this set is an excellent hands-on tool for introducing basic arithmetic, fostering independence, and building confidence in early math learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1208\" class=\"\"\u003eDesigned for ages 3+ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1208\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/vX4ft88qnc4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about subitizing with this video.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diamond Trust Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39290160316610,"sku":"M6354","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0540\/8741\/8050\/files\/M6354-1.jpg?v=1785137697","url":"https:\/\/www.montessori-n-such.sbs\/products\/bead-stairs-black-white-1-9-item-m6354","provider":"Montessori-n-Such","version":"1.0","type":"link"}