Free Farm Animals Playdough Mats Printable Worksheets
Farm animals and playdough are always a winning combination for young learners. This free farm animals playdough mats printable is designed for preschool and kindergarten kids to build fine motor skills while exploring early literacy. Children can roll and shape playdough to form the names of different farm animals then practice writing the words for extra reinforcement.
As a homeschooling mom of four kids including one who is autistic I’ve created many printable packs to keep learning fun and hands on. Playdough has always been a go to in our home because it strengthens hand muscles improves coordination and encourages creativity. My teaching tip: laminate the mats or use dry erase pockets so kids can enjoy them over and over without extra prep.
Learning Objectives with Farm Animals Playdough Mats Printable Worksheets
These free printable worksheets help children:
- Strengthen fine motor skills by rolling and shaping playdough
- Develop pre writing and handwriting skills with tracing options
- Expand vocabulary by recognizing and writing farm animal names
- Build focus patience and creativity during hands on play
- Gain sensory learning benefits through playdough play
What’s Included in the Free Farm Animals Playdough Mats Printable
This set includes 9 no prep printable worksheets. Each page features the phrase “I can build a…” with space for kids to shape the animal’s name with playdough and then write it. The playdough lines are thick so these can also double as tracing mats for handwriting practice. Animals included are:
- Chicken
- Pig
- Cow
- Horse
- Sheep
- Rabbit
- Cat
- Duck
- Goat
Ideas for Using the Farm Animals Playdough Mats
These versatile worksheets can be used in the classroom or at home:
- Morning warm up or calm down activity
- Literacy center practice in preschool and kindergarten
- Handwriting and tracing mats by following the thick playdough lines
- Sensory play time with playdough for strengthening little hands
- Coloring mats once the words are built and traced
Age and Grade Level
Best for preschool and kindergarten learners who are practicing fine motor skills and early literacy.
Prep Instructions
Print the mats in color or black and white. For durability laminate the pages or place them in dry erase pockets so they can be reused many times.
Suggested Materials
- Playdough
- Crayons or markers
- Laminator or dry erase pockets
Download the Free Farm Animals Playdough Mats
Playdough play is one of the best ways to build fine motor strength while keeping kids engaged and happy. These free printable playdough mats bring literacy and fun together in an easy no prep activity.
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