Wooden Lower Case Trace Board

The Wooden Lower Case Trace Board is a durable, thoughtfully designed tool that introduces children to correct letter formation through multisensory practice. Featuring the full lower-case alphabet, this sturdy wooden board includes directional arrows to guide children in tracing each letter using their finger or the included wooden pen. It helps develop hand-eye coordination, early writing control, and memory of letter shapes even before pencil use is fully established. The repetitive motion of tracing builds the motor planning needed for successful handwriting and can assist in reducing letter reversal issues. Constructed from long-lasting timber, the board can be used year after year, making it a sustainable classroom resource. Whether integrated into literacy rotations, used in early intervention, or as part of home learning, this board supports early writers in building confidence and control in their foundational handwriting skills.

Educational Benefits:

• Reinforces correct letter formation with visual and tactile guidance
• Develops hand control and coordination before formal writing
• Reduces errors like letter reversals through consistent practice
• Builds muscle memory for fluent handwriting

Classroom Ideas:

• Use as a pre-writing activity before handwriting worksheets
• Pair with sandpaper letters or sensory trays for extended tactile learning
• Add to a quiet station for independent skill building
• Use during occupational therapy sessions to support motor development

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 3+
• Measures 27 x 33 cm
• Made from durable, non-toxic timber
• Includes a smooth wooden pen for safe tracing