Capture your students’ curiosity in exploring the unique external characteristics of animals through these engaging play dough mats.

Each mat is divided into two sections that encourage students to differentiate between the external features found on various animals. Students can utilize play dough or other hands-on materials to craft animals showcasing these distinct features.

This resource has two versions. Version one has the external features written in words and version two has the external features depicted with pictures, for those students who are not yet confident readers.

These mats can be printed and placed into write and wipe sleeves for multiple use.