DIY Alphabet Writing Practice Tray

1 min read September 13, 2026 Sara and Melissa
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When you've got a little one at home who is learning their letters, creative learning is key. We've got a great project that you can complete in just a few minutes and your kiddo will be so excited to practice their letters on this DIY Alphabet Writing Practice Tray. You only need a few supplies to make this sensory writing tray – a wooden tray, colored sand and free printable alphabet writing cards. Little learning hands love to trace letters – and what is better than learning with brightly colored sand! Be sure to download the Free Alphabet Writing Practice Tray Printable here!

Project Time
10 to 20 min
Difficulty
beginner
Step
1

Download the Free Alphabet Writing Practice Tray Printable here! Print the printable and cut out each letter.

DIY Alphabet Writing Practice Tray step 1
Step
2

Pour ¼ inch of sand into bottom of wood tray. Cover entire bottom of tray with sand.

DIY Alphabet Writing Practice Tray step 2
Step
3

Let your child begin practicing their letters in the sand. After writing a letter, just gently shake the tray to smooth out sand.

DIY Alphabet Writing Practice Tray step 3

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