Teach the Letter I to Toddlers and Preschoolers: Engaging Ice Skate-Themed Activities for Early Learners
Teaching the alphabet to toddlers and preschoolers can be an exciting and interactive experience, especially when using a fun theme! If you’re looking for ways to teach the letter I, try pairing it with an ice skate theme for a cool winter vibe. In this post, I’ll share three engaging activities that will help your young learners recognize and understand the letter I through hands-on learning. These activities will keep your preschoolers actively involved while reinforcing the shape and sound of the letter I.
1. Find and Cover the Letter I
Start by giving your preschoolers a page with various letters, including plenty of uppercase and lowercase I’s scattered throughout. Ask them to search for the letter I, then cover each one they find with a small object, like a pom-pom or linking cube. This activity builds letter recognition and concentration in a playful, interactive way.
2. Does It Start with Letter I?
Create a poster (or get the printable here) filled with pictures of different objects, some that begin with the letter I (like ice skates, igloo, and insect) and others that do not. Ask your preschoolers to cover each picture that starts with the letter I using a sticker or small object. This activity strengthens their understanding of beginning sounds and reinforces the letter I.
3. Letter I Writing Worksheet
Provide a worksheet featuring the letter I for children to trace and practice writing. You can add a fun twist by including an ice skate picture they can color once they finish the tracing. This activity reinforces letter formation and fine motor skills while giving preschoolers additional practice with the letter I. Check out my favorite writing learning resources here for more writing activities.
Alphabet Games For Preschool
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Winter Adventures for Preschoolers
Head back to the main winter theme page for more wintry fun ideas for your classroom and families.