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CVC Word Mats: Snap Cubes

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Make CVC word building hands-on, visual, and FUN!



These CVC Word Snap Cube Mats transform decoding and word recognition into a tactile experience your kids will LOVE!


With over 70 color and black-and-white word-building mats, students get the chance to build, trace, and read CVC words using snap cubes... all while strengthening fine motor skills, visual discrimination, and phonics knowledge.


Whether you're teaching in a classroom, small group, homeschool, or therapy setting, this resource is your go-to for low-prep, high-engagement literacy practice that sticks.



✨ What’s Included in the CVC Word Mats snap cube set? 


  • 70 CVC word building mats in full color
  • 70 black-and-white versions for easy printing
  • Each CVC word mat includes:
  • Snap cube building space for the word
  • Trace-the-word section
  • Visual discrimination task: circle the correct word from three options
  • Covers a wide range of CVC word families



Skills Addressed 



Primary Academic Skills:


  • Decoding CVC words by physically constructing the letters
  • Letter formation and handwriting through tracing
  • Beginning phonics and phonemic awareness
  • Visual discrimination by identifying the correct word among look-alikes
  • CVC word recognition through repetition and engagement

Secondary (Life Skills & SEL):


  • Fine motor development with snap cube manipulation and writing
  • Task persistence and following directions
  • Confidence-building through independent literacy success
  • Visual-motor integration for students who need added sensory support
  • Inclusive design allows differentiation for learners with special needs



How to Use the CVC Snap Cube Word Mats 


  1. Choose a mat and provide snap cubes.
  2. Students build the word using cubes in the "Make it" section.
  3. Trace the word in the “Write it” section.
  4. Circle the matching word from three options to reinforce visual and word recognition.
  5. Optional: Use dry-erase markers with laminated mats or slide them into write-and-wipe pockets!

No cutting, no sorting... just print and play!



Where to Use These CVC Word Mats:

 


These mats were designed with versatility in mind! Perfect for:

  • Literacy centers
  • Morning tubs or arrival activities
  • Independent work stations
  • Small group instruction
  • Special education and RTI
  • Occupational therapy sessions
  • ESL/ELL visual word building
  • Homeschool word work bins

Plus, the black-and-white version is ideal for print-and-go packets, take-home practice, or coloring fun!


Standards Alignment



Common Core State Standards:


  • RF.K.2: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes)
  • RF.K.3: Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills
  • L.K.1a: Print many upper- and lowercase letters
  • L.K.2: Use frequently occurring CVC words in context

Texas Pre-K Guidelines (2022):


  • III.B.2: Child combines syllables into words
  • III.C.1: Child names at least 20 upper and at least 20 lowercase letters
  • III.C.2: Child recognizes at least 20 letter sounds

Virginia ELDS (2021):


  • Language & Literacy: Demonstrate alphabet knowledge and early writing skills
  • Approaches to Learning: Show initiative, persistence, and curiosity



Check out what other educators are saying:

 


⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sunny Infants (TPT Seller) wrote, “Just what I was looking for! Great morning fine motor activity and good to be able to practice CVC words at the same time!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amy S.  wrote, “Who does not like to build with blocks? Especially if you are 5 years old and you are building letters that you just learned! This is a wonderful resource that combines playing and practice of the words that the students are working with at this level. Thank you”



Give your students the chance to play with words, literally! These CVC Word Snap Cube Mats make phonics practice irresistible, developmentally appropriate, and packed with skill-building in every square.

🧩 Build it. ✏️ Trace it. 👀 Find it.

Grab this fun and flexible literacy center today and watch your students’ confidence grow... one snap cube at a time!


 

 

Please note: This is a digital download that will be available to you directly after purchase. Nothing will be mailed to you.

You will receive a link to the download in three places:

  1. On the 'thank you' page after checkout
  2. In your email
  3. Login on the site here: https://lifeovercsstore.com/account

CVC Word Mats: Snap Cubes

$4.25

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I love that my students can work on CVC words, fine motor and finger strength with this activity!

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