Play Dough Letter Mats
🌟 Play Dough Letter Mats – Alphabet Identification & Formation
Bring hands-on FUN to your literacy centers with these engaging Play Dough Letter Mats! Perfect for children just learning to recognize and write letters, this activity combines letter identification, formation, and matching with a sensory play element that strengthens fine motor skills.
Students will love choosing their favorite play dough colors and whiteboard marker shades, making letter practice interactive and exciting every time!
✏️ What’s Included
✅ 26 Black & White Alphabet Mats – 1 mat for each uppercase & lowercase letter (A–Z)
✅ Easy Prep – Simply print, laminate, and add play dough & dry-erase markers
💡 Skills Covered
- Letter Recognition & Identification
- Letter Formation (uppercase & lowercase)
- Letter Matching
- Fine motor development & hand strength
Aligned to Common Core Standards RF.K.1.D and L.K.1.D.
🌈 Classroom Uses
- Literacy centers & morning tubs
- Small-group instruction
- Independent practice
- Home learning packets
- Occupational therapy & sensory play activities
🖨️ Prep is Simple
Just print, laminate, and grab some play dough. Students roll, form, and trace letters for a multi-sensory learning experience they'll ask for again and again!
✨ Pair It With:
This resource is also included in our Letters & Phonics Alphabet Curriculum, which provides guided daily lesson plans for teaching letter recognition, identification, sounds, and writing.