As a child grows up, he starts developing a quantitative picture of the environment around him. Fundamental ideas such as more, less, not enough, share, help him build his initial mathematical thought process. 

In a Montessori environment, the materials are used to support this process very effectively. The tactile experience obtained by touching a material help them comprehend the concepts of quantity. Also, the feel of their weight on tiny hands induces the young minds to build a comparative picture. These materials are made with appealing colors which attract children and make them explore.