This set includes all 26 lowercase print sandpaper letters mounted on wooden boards, along with a solid wooden storage box.
- Consonants are mounted on pink-painted boards
- Vowels are mounted on blue-painted boards
As the child traces each shape while saying the corresponding sound, they form strong connections between symbol, sound, and motor memory — key foundations for early writing and reading.
Why Print Letters?
While cursive letters are traditionally introduced first in Montessori education, many children are immersed in a world of printed letters—from books and signs to packaging and digital screens. In some cultures and school systems, print letters are introduced before cursive. This set honors those traditions and supports children in recognizing the letters they encounter every day.
The print version of Sandpaper Letters maintains all the core Montessori benefits — multisensory learning, phonetic awareness, and indirect preparation for writing — while offering a familiar entry point for children raised in print-oriented environments.
Montessori Learning Benefits:
- Develops fine motor control and muscle memory through tactile tracing
- Builds a strong connection between letter shape and phonetic sound
- Prepares the hand for handwriting through consistent motion practice
- Supports early literacy and reading readiness
In Montessori education, children are introduced to letters through hands-on materials that isolate and emphasize key concepts. The Sandpaper Letters are a classic tool for this purpose — whether in cursive or print.
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