Speaking and Listening Phone

Ecouter et parler

Including 2 colour-coded realistic telephone handsets and 3 metres of hollow flexible tubing, this set encourages speaking and listening, taking turns and also grace and courtesy.

It can also demonstrate that sound can be kept within the tube as mentioned in David Gettman's book Basic Montessori

The tube can even be buried.

ELG: Listening and attention: children listen attentively in a range of situations. They listen to stories, accurately anticipating key events and respond to what they hear with relevant comments, questions or actions. They give their attention to what others say and respond appropriately, while engaged in another activity.

Speaking: children express themselves effectively, showing awareness of listeners’ needs. They use past, present and future forms accurately when talking about events that have happened or are to happen in the future. They develop their own narratives and explanations by connecting ideas or events.

18 + months