African Hairstyles Montessori Cards – Printable Cultural Learning Pack
£8.99
African Hairstyles Montessori Pack – Printable Cultural Learning Resource
This Montessori-inspired printable set introduces children to 22 traditional African hairstyles, each with historical and cultural significance. Designed for ages 5–10, this resource combines geography, cultural studies, and art, encouraging both independent learning and creativity.
Set Includes:
• 22 three-part Montessori cards for matching and recognition
• 22 description cards with cultural explanations
• 1 A4 control card + working chart
• Word search activity + answer sheet
• A4 and postcard-sized face outline templates for drawing & colouring
• Blank templates for creating original hairstyles
• 1 reflection & journaling page for cultural connections
Children will explore iconic styles such as cornrows, bantu knots, afro puffs, Fulani braids, dreadlocks, shuku (updo), amasunzu, Zulu topknot, and more.
This resource promotes:
Cultural awareness through African traditions
Creativity & art integration via drawing templates
Geography & social studies connections
Montessori independence with self-check activities
📌 Digital download only – no physical product shipped
📥 Download now and bring Montessori cultural learning to life.
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This material is a digital download only. No physical products will be sent. Your files will be available to download once payment is confirmed.
HOW TO USE
- Click download link on the confirmation email to download file to your computer.
- Print on a4 or matte paper (recommended)
- Laminate matte sheet and cut. If printing is done on a4, I recommend mounting on card paper (you may use any colour) before laminating and cutting.
COPYRIGHT
Much time, care, and hard work have gone into creating this material, so I appreciate your respect and understanding that this is for personal use ONLY and that you may not redistribute it through any means.

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