Elite MontessoriChecker Board Beads

I am pretty sure it was supposed to come with all numbers from 1 to 9. My set is missing the beads for 6. That is unfortunate to say the least. I paid way too much for this.Quality control should easily catch this. See the picture.

Inferior quality. I’m using for homeschooling but would be ashamed to use it in an official Montessori setting. Some of the white beads have black paint on it, impossible to get off. The quantities aren’t correct, some have 20 bars and others only 16 or 18. Very sloppy! Beads are larger than usual Montessori materials and the copper wire used gives off a smell when handled. Simply cannot recommend these.

These beads are great quality. They are being used in our Montessori homeschool and have held up for over a year now with almost daily handling. They have helped both my kids understand basic math concepts, and can be used in numerous ways. We are very pleased with this purchase. My beads have never stuck together and the yellow four beads are yellow. Maybe they have upgraded the product since the reviewer who had problems, I’m not sure but ours are excellent quality.

Haven’t broken through many uses. Good value— We use these when doing kindergarten/1st grade math; it’s a great way to help visualize the problems. There is no “10” in this set.

It arrived quickly and in great condition. My son has already used it and loves it. Honestly, I do too. I can't wait to do many other lessons.