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Pre Writing Mats

Regular price £12.50

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Design: Jungle

Choosing your writing mat

Starter Mat - If your child is under 3 years, I would start with a pre-writing mat (sold as a single mat or in a pack). This focuses on first name only and pre-writing skills.

Single Mat or Pack - A selection of writing mats can be bought as a pack offering greater value but they can also be purchased as single mats too.

Font - Most children start learning using our standard font but some school will teach using a precursive font (with lead in and exit strokes on the letters). If you know your child will be be taught using precursive handwriting in their reception year then pick a precursive mat.

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Description

Pre-writing skills are the key skills children require before they are able to write.

These skills contribute greatly to the child’s ability to draw, colour and write and play a major role in their ability to hold and use a pencil.

The 9 key pre-writing shapes make up most letters and numbers and your child will typically be able to master these shapes with practice when they are developmentally ready (see photo gallery for 'what to expect').

Our pre-writing learning mats are designed to help your child practice tracing and copying the key shapes and patterns required before moving onto letter formation. They build confidence making sure your child is truly ready to start forming letters.

Pushing a child to learn to write too early can be detrimental to their future learning in all subject areas so it is very important to take their time and get it right to avoid forming bad habits.

 

Why choose our learning mats?

  • A gradual approach to learning to write, designed to aid confidence and development independent letter formation (stage 1, stage 2, stage 3)
  • Our letter formation mats have clear 'starting stars' so the child knows where to begin the pencil movement and 'ending dots' so they know where to finish.  
  • 3 different designs, colourful and bright to make 'learning fun'!
  • Minimal guidelines on the name mat so less daunting for younger children.
  • Directional arrows can be added if required (select on checkout)
  • Recommended for ages 3 years and above
  • Wipeable/Reusable
  • Double-sided
  • Recommended by primary school teachers
  • Great reviews by parents

    To purchase a triangular pen perfect for correct finger positioning click here

    **Use any felt tip pen and wipe away with or damp cloth

    Turnaround + Delivery

    TURNAROUND

    Orders containing no personalised items

    Posted within 1-3 working days from placing an order 

     

    Orders containing personalised items

    • Orders placed between 31st March and 5th April will be posted 16th April
    • Orders placed between 6th April and 21st April will be posted 30th April
    • Orders placed between 22nd April and 1st May will be posted on the 9th May
    • Orders placed between 2nd May - 11th May will be posted on the 16th May

    For pre-ordered items see the item description for further details


    DELIVERY

    All orders are posted using second class Royal Mail delivery, unless requested otherwise.

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    Turnaround

    Orders containing no personalised items

    Posted within 1-3 working days from placing an order 

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    Pre-ordered items

    See the item description for further details

    Shipping

    All orders are posted using second class Royal Mail delivery, unless requested otherwise.

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    Customer Reviews

    Based on 135 reviews
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    Helena
    A-Z handwriting

    It is a fantastic idea. My son is near 4 years old, he has already done this fast. Highly recommend to get it.

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    katie preston
    Pre-writer name mat

    My 3 year old loves her name mat and enjoys being able to write her name by herself

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    Valentina
    Lovely gift

    I got this for my daughter and for her friend for her birthday. Jo went the extra mile to make sure I got it on time for the party. Thank
    You!

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    Kellie

    Lovely for my daughter who is 16 months. We’ll start this soon.

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    Liz Duncan

    FIRST NAME MAT WITH SHAPES & ALPHABET OR NUMBERS

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