Sandy Sky Letters

Sensory letter practice engages multiple senses and supports children who learn best through tactile experiences.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Air Travel
• Learning area: Language Arts
• Level: Levels 1-3

Objectives

• Practice letter formation in a sensory medium
• Develop fine motor control
• Connect letter names to written forms

Materials

• Sand trays
• Letter cards
• Fine sand or salt

Instructions

Children practice forming letters in sand trays, connecting the tactile experience to letter recognition.

Educator tip

Colour the sand light blue to represent the sky, reinforcing the air travel theme.

Assessment

Observe letter formation accuracy and engagement with the sensory medium.

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