Practise Mat - Handwriting Foundation Script

Children will love to practise their literacy skills with this engaging and colourful Practise Mat. Designed specifically to align with the Australian Curriculum, this is the only product of its kind currently on the market, making it a unique and valuable resource for both home and classroom learning. The mat features bright visuals and structured activities that support early literacy development in a fun and hands-on way. Unique to this product, the mat can be used with a dry erase pen, allowing it to be wiped clean and reused countless times. This reusable feature encourages repeated practise, helping children gain confidence and fluency in foundational literacy skills through independent or guided activities. Made from excellent durable materials, the mat is designed to withstand frequent use by young learners. Its practical size (42 cm x 28 cm) makes it easy to handle, store, and incorporate into learning rotations or homework routines. Whether used during literacy centres, tutoring sessions or at home, this wipe-clean Practise Mat is an ideal tool for reinforcing letter recognition, phonics, and early writing skills through consistent, tactile engagement.

Educational Benefits:

• Reinforces foundational literacy concepts such as phonics, letter formation and word recognition.
• Encourages repetition and mastery through reusable, hands-on learning.
• Promotes independent learning and confidence in early literacy tasks.
• Supports fine motor development through writing and tracing exercises.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use as a literacy rotation tool for small group or independent practise.
• Pair with mini whiteboard markers for repeated letter or word formation drills.
• Set learning goals using the mat for homework or take-home practice packs.
• Incorporate into early intervention or EAL (English as an Additional Language) support programs.

Information:

• Suitable for ages: 3+
• Size: 42 cm x 28 cm
• Material: Wipe-clean durable plastic surface
• Use with: Dry erase (whiteboard) pens only