Set your students up for success with these practical and engaging Alphabet Desk Mats (Chalkboard). Designed with clarity and function in mind, these mats provide constant visual support to reinforce key literacy skills while students work at their desks. With the alphabet displayed in clear state font, students have a reliable reference tool right at their fingertips.

These desk mats are an ideal resource for young learners who are developing confidence in recognising, forming, and using letters correctly. By keeping the alphabet visible during writing tasks, students can independently check letter shapes and sounds, supporting both handwriting and phonics learning throughout the day.

The chalkboard theme creates a modern and cohesive look that complements a wide range of classroom decor. Easy to print and prepare, these mats are practical for everyday classroom use and can be laminated for durability, ensuring they last the whole school year and beyond.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Recognise uppercase and lowercase letters of the alphabet
• ✅ Develop accuracy in handwriting by following correct letter formation
• ✅ Build independence when checking letters during writing tasks
• ✅ Strengthen early literacy through repeated exposure to alphabet print

What’s Included:

• 4 different editable desk mat designs in a chalkboard theme
• Options to suit varied classroom needs and student preferences
• Editable versions allow for personalisation, such as adding student names
• Prints two desk mats per A4 page for easy preparation and classroom efficiency
• Available in Australian state fonts

Materials Needed:

• Printer and A4 paper
• Laminator and pouches to make mats reusable
• Scissors or guillotine to separate mats after printing
• Whiteboard markers if you wish students to write directly on laminated mats

How to Use:

1. Choose the design that best suits your class and personalise if desired using the editable version.
2. Print mats two per A4 page to save paper and ensure consistent sizing.
3. Laminating is recommended for long-term use and easy cleaning.
4. Place mats on student desks or store them in writing folders for quick access.
5. Encourage students to reference their mats whenever they are practising handwriting, spelling, or sentence writing.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Provide mats during handwriting sessions for ongoing visual support
• 💡 Use mats as part of literacy rotations to encourage independent practice
• 💡 Place in writing centres or student folders for consistent access
• 💡 Encourage students to trace letters with whiteboard markers on laminated versions
• 💡 Send home a printed mat for extra practice and home-school consistency

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Print on thick paper or cardstock before laminating for added sturdiness
• 💛 Colour-code mats for different groups or levels of support in your classroom
• 💛 Store spare mats in a labelled container for quick replacements throughout the year

These Alphabet Desk Mats (Chalkboard) are the perfect addition to any early years classroom, supporting literacy learning while also adding a stylish decor element to your space.

Explore more matching resources in the Chalkboard Decor Pack.

Available in Australian state fonts.