These cards feature a species of sea star known as the Caribbean starfish. It is the perfect critter to study. You can actually see it's brightly colored tubed feet that propel it through the water and its tiny tentacles at the end of each arm. Scan through these cards and discover each of the key parts of its external anatomy. The photos include the featured part in full-color while the rest of the image fades into muted shades of gray. For the first time, it is really clear what we want them to focus on!

3-part format includes photos, labels, and control cards (word and label put together)
Cards for the whole starfish and each of its key parts (see photo for list); 18 cards total
Rounded corners (no pricked fingers or dog-eared cards)
Comes in a sturdy, clear reclosable bag for storage
Lesson plan included

These can be beautifully displayed in our 3-pocket cloth pouches (sold separately).

Laminated cards are ready for use. Unlaminated cards require lamination before use (see our laminating recommendations for details). Approximate card sizes are 3¾” x 4¼” (control cards), 3¾“ x 3” (photo cards), and 3¾” x 1¼” (word cards).

Created by a Montessori teacher and a zoologist. Eco-printed by parents/teachers/students in our rural New England office.

READ THE LESSON PLAN

NOTE: We are discontinuing our unlaminated card packets and sets.

Wonder how these materials work in real life? Read about how a Montessori, homeschooling mom in Australia guided her sons to use them as they pursued their interested in starfish.

Made in the USA.

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Starfish

Parts of the Sea Star (Starfish) 3-Part Reading

$19.95 USD