Letter A Activities for Toddlers
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Letter A is where our alphabet starts. At ages 2 to 4 the goal isn't writing the letter. It's hearing the /a/ sound at the start of words like apple, ant and alligator, and spotting the shape of A out in the world.
Here's everything we use for Letter A, all in one place. Pick one or two, or spread them across a week.
Watch
Letter A with Sprocket & Sprout. The letter segment from Episode 1.
The Letter A song. A short song for singing the sound together.
Talk about it
Talk About It: The Letter A. The big idea: the letter A makes the /a/ sound, like at the start of apple, ant and alligator. You'll find a few questions to ask and a one-minute way to show it.
Snack
Letter A Snacks. A whole plate of foods that start with the /a/ sound, like apple. Your child hears the sound over and over, then builds a giant A out of snacks before eating it.
Play
Bag Draw. Our Letter A day game. Your child pulls everyday objects out of a bag and tells you about each one. Say each name slowly and listen for the first sound together.
Read
Bodies Are Cool by Tyler Feder. Our Letter A day book pick. Short, bouncy rhymes that celebrate all kinds of bodies. Get the book on Amazon
Letter A worksheet (free PDF). Trace A and a, say the /a/ sound, then find and circle every A.
Looking for more? See all our free printables.
Keep going
Pair the letter with the number: see Number 1 Activities for Toddlers and All About Me Activities for Toddlers.
Letter A and the number 1 are part of Week 1: All About Me. Browse every Week 1 post, see all the weeks, or get the free Passport and collect a stamp for each week you finish.
Every child is different. Please use your own judgment about what's safe and right for your family. Always supervise children during activities and while eating, and adjust foods for allergies, dietary needs and your child's age and chewing ability. Sprocket & Sprout shares these ideas for fun and learning only. We are not responsible for any injury, allergic reaction, damage or mess that may result from trying them. This post may contain affiliate links; if you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
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