Let’s Build A Hippo – H is for Hippo

Introduce your students to the Letter H with this engaging “Let’s Build A Hippo” resource! This fun, hands-on activity includes a center where students can assemble their own hippo, hippo crafts, tracing pages for practicing letter formation, and wall cards for decoration and letter recognition. Plus, there’s an editable hippo template for tracing and writing their names, making it perfect for personalized learning. It’s a comprehensive, interactive way to teach the letter H while incorporating writing, fine motor skills, and creative play!

Centers

The centers for this Let’s Build A Hippo resource is so much fun. The idea is to follow directions to create the hippo. Print the page, cut out the pieces, place them in a bin and let your students follow the directions page to create their hippo. There are black and white and colored versions of each center.

Crafts

The craft comes in color or black and white. Have your students color, cut and glue their hippo together. You can use the tracing worksheet to add to their crafts. This is a great way to show off student’s artwork and writing practice.

Editable Hippo Names

These Editable Name Hippos are perfect for helping students practice writing and spelling their names! Simply download the KG Primary Dots Lined Font, open the file in a PDF editor like Adobe, and type the desired name or word on each hippo. You can also leave them blank to write on however you like. These hippos are great for bulletin boards and classroom displays! They come in color and black and white.

Wall Cards & Finger Tracing Mats

There are 3 pages of wall cards and a finger tracing mat. Decorate your classroom or homeschool space with these “H is for Hippo” wall cards. These three pages of vibrant posters are perfect for decorating while also reinforcing letter recognition. Children can practice tracing the letter H by following the arrows on the mat, using their finger to build fine motor skills. This is a fun and interactive way to learn!

H is for Hippo Tracing Page

This “H is for Hippo” Tracing Page is great for practicing letter H formation. Cut out the rectangle and add it to your “Let’s Build a Hippo” craft, allowing students to proudly display their work, or simply use it as a standalone worksheet for handwriting practice!

Included:

– Build A Hippo Center Color & BW
– Build A Hippo Center Directions
– Build A Hippo Craft Color & BW
– H is for Hippo Tracing Worksheet
– Editable Hippo Name Cards Color & BW
– H is for Hippo Full Page Wall Card
– hippo, HIPPO, and Hh Wall Card Page
– Hh Full Page Wall Card
– Hh Full Page Finger Tracing Mat

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