Messy letters: fun way to learn shapes and sounds
Messy letters: fun way to learn shapes and sounds

Messy Letter Recognition

Fingers make the best pencil when it comes to practicing letter formation. Develop writing skills with this fun, sensory repetition exercise.

For this activity:

  1. Spread a thin layer of shaving foam or whipped cream onto a baking tray.
  2. Model the formation of the target letter on paper or a whiteboard.
  3. Indicate the starting position with a large dot or cross.
  4. Ask your child to draw the target letter(s) with their finger. 
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