Montessori Silent E (Magic E) Object Box | 24 Objects & Word Labels | Long Vowel Phonics Reading
Help children discover how a silent e changes a short vowel sound into a long vowel sound through hands-on Montessori learning. This complete phonics material includes 24 miniature objects (12 matching pairs) and matching word labels to support reading, decoding, vocabulary development, and independent language work. Perfect for Montessori classrooms, homeschool families, literacy centres, tutoring, kindergarten, and Grade 1 phonics instruction. Objects Included A-e * can → cane * cap → cape * tap → tape * pan → pane * plan → plane I-e * pin → pine * kit → kite * win → wine O-e * cod → code U-e * cub → cube * tub → tube * plum → plume What’s Included * 24 miniature objects (12 matching pairs) * Matching laminated word labels * Ready to use for Montessori language activities Educational Benefits * Introduces the Silent E (Magic E) spelling pattern * Reinforces long vowel phonics skills * Develops reading fluency and decoding strategies * Expands vocabulary through concrete, hands-on learning * Encourages visual discrimination and careful observation * Supports independent, self-correcting work * Strengthens language, concentration, and confidence * Complements the Montessori language curriculum Recommended Age * 4 to 7 years Materials Each set may include a combination of: * 3D printed objects * Plastic miniatures * Wooden pieces * Laminated paper word labels Objects may vary slightly in colour, style, or material depending on availability while continuing to represent the target words shown in the listing. How to Use Step 1: Explore the Objects Invite the child to examine, name, and discuss each object. Step 2: Match the Pairs Pair the related objects together. Examples: * can → cane * cap → cape * pin → pine Discuss how the words look alike and how they are different. Step 3: Read the Word Labels Introduce the matching word labels and read each word together. Step 4: Match Objects to Words The child matches each object to its corresponding word label. Step 5: Compare the Word Pairs Place each pair side by side and encourage the child to notice what has changed. Examples: * can → cane * pin → pine * tub → tube Step 6: Introduce the Silent E Rule Explain that adding a silent e changes the vowel from a short sound to a long sound while the e itself is not pronounced. Step 7: Read Aloud Invite the child to read each pair aloud and listen for the difference in vowel sounds. Step 8: Independent Practice The child independently matches the objects and labels, reads the word pairs, and checks their own work. Extension Activities * Sort the words by vowel pattern (a-e, i-e, o-e, u-e) * Build the words with a Moveable Alphabet * Write the word pairs in a notebook * Create simple sentences using the Silent E words * Challenge the child to think of additional Silent E words Safety Information This material contains small parts and is intended for children who no longer mouth objects. Adult supervision is recommended. Handmade in Canada Each Silent E Object Box is carefully assembled, quality checked, and packaged before shipping to ensure every object and word label is included. Complete your Montessori language sequence with our Beginning Sound, Pink Series, Blue Series, Green Series, and R-Controlled Vowel materials, designed to build reading confidence through sequential, hands-on learning.