Christmas ornaments make learning feel like a holiday game. These roll and cover mats turn letters and numbers into shiny red and green baubles.
This pack has nine colourful mats. Five mats cover the alphabet from A to Z. Four mats cover numbers from 1 to 20.
Each mat has two parts. One side says “Cover it” and shows twelve ornaments.
The other side says “Write it” and shows dotted tracing.
Let’s see how to use them.
Why Roll and Cover Games Work
Children love rolling a die. The click and tumble feels exciting. A little excitement keeps small learners focused.
Covering an ornament gives a clear, happy goal. Your child sees progress as each bauble disappears. That feels very rewarding.
The mats also mix play with practice. Children name pictures, spot numbers, and trace shapes. They hardly notice they are learning.
Short games fit busy December days. One mat takes about ten minutes. That is perfect before dinner or after a snack.
What You Need Before You Start
Print the mats in colour on plain paper or card stock. Card stock stays flat and lasts longer. Laminating lets you reuse every mat.
Gather one die for each child. A standard six sided die works well. It matches the six rows of ornaments.
Collect small counters for covering. Buttons, pom poms, mini erasers, and bingo chips all work. Red and green counters look festive.
Keep a sharp pencil for the “Write it” side. A black crayon or a dry erase marker also works. Choose a calm table with good light.
How to Use These Printables
Start by placing the mat in front of your child. Point to the ornaments and say, “Let’s cover them all.”
Roll the die. The number matches a row of ornaments, counting from the top. Your child finds that row.
Ask your child to name the picture or number in that row. For letter mats, say the beginning sound together.
For number mats, say the number name aloud.
Cover the ornament with a counter. Then roll again. Keep going until every ornament is covered.
Now move to the “Write it” side. Place a finger on the dot. Follow the arrows and trace each dotted letter or number slowly.
Praise careful work. Say, “I love how you followed the arrows.” Children feel proud and want to play again.
You can also play with two children. Each child covers one colour of ornament. The first to cover all of their colour wins.
The 9 Printable Mats Explained
1. Letters A to F
Cover apple, bear, cat, dog and friends with red or green counters, then trace letters A to F.
2. Letters G to L
Name each picture like gift, hat, igloo and kite, then cover it and trace letters G to L.
3. Letters M to R
Find orange, moon, nest, penguin and quilt pictures, cover them with pom poms, then trace letters M to R.
4. Letters S to X
Cover sun, train, umbrella and whale ornaments with buttons, then trace letters S to X in pencil.
5. Letters Y and Z
Cover yak, zebra, yarn and zipper ornaments, then trace the big letters Y and Z carefully with a crayon.
6. Numbers 1 to 5
Find each number on the red and green ornaments, cover it with a counter, then trace 1 to 5.
7. Numbers 6 to 10
Cover every number from six to ten with a counter, saying each name aloud, then trace 6 to 10.
8. Numbers 11 to 15
Spot numbers eleven to fifteen on the ornaments, cover them with small counters, then trace the teen numbers neatly.
9. Numbers 16 to 20
Cover numbers sixteen to twenty with snowflake counters, then trace each number in blue pencil to finish.
A Quick Note on Drawing and Colours
These mats are not drawing pages. The ornaments and pictures are already printed in bright colour. Your child only covers and traces.
The tracing letters are outlined in black with dotted lines. Use a sharp pencil for a neat result. A black crayon also looks bold.
For a festive touch, trace the letters in red and then in green. Each colour gives a second round of practice. Children love the change.
Use a pencil for number tracing. Pencil is easy to fix. Children feel braver when mistakes can be erased.
More Cozy Learning to Pair With These Mats
One pack may not be enough. Some children want more of what they love. These printables fit nicely beside the ornament mats.
Printable Snowman Roll and Cover Mats: Snowman themed roll and cover mats for letters and numbers.
Winter Fine Motor Mats with Pom Poms: Place pom poms on winter pictures to strengthen small fingers.
Printable Winter Pattern Block Mats: Build cozy winter pictures using colourful pattern blocks and shapes.
Winter Alphabet Letter Tracing Cards Printables: Cozy cards for tracing every letter from A to Z.
Simple Mitten Letter Matching Alphabet Activity: Match uppercase and lowercase letters using cheerful colourful mitten pairs.
Printable Winter Beginning Sounds Snowmen Activity: Match pictures to beginning sounds with friendly snowmen cards daily.
Winter Counting Mats for Preschool: Easy counting mats that build number sense with cozy pictures.
Mastering Numbers 1 to 20: Practise writing numbers one to twenty with hands on activities.
Christmas Alphabet Worksheets: Printable A to Z pages with festive pictures and letters.
Christmas Counting Cube Pictures Printable: Count cubes in festive pictures to practise early counting skills.
Skills Your Child Will Build
Letter recognition grows with every mat. Children see each letter, hear its sound, and link it to a picture. This is the base for reading.
Number sense grows too. Children match number symbols to their names. They also notice the order of numbers from 1 to 20.
Tracing builds pencil control. Following the arrows teaches the correct stroke direction. Good habits formed early make handwriting easier later.
Covering counters needs a pinch grip. Small fingers get stronger with each placement. This helps with cutting and buttoning.
Turn taking and patience develop in group play. Children wait for the die to land. They cheer when a friend covers a tricky ornament.
Simple Tips for Parents and Teachers
Begin with the numbers 1 to 5 mat. Smaller numbers feel easy and friendly. Early success builds confidence.
Match the mat to your child’s level. Younger children can use the letter mats first. Older children may enjoy the teen numbers.
Say the letter sound, not just the name. Say “a” as in apple. This helps children begin to read.
Use a number line for the bigger numbers. Point to each number as you say it. Visual support helps memory.
Keep sessions cheerful. If your child feels tired, stop and try again tomorrow. Short, happy play works best.
Laminate a few mats for reuse. Children can trace with dry erase markers again and again.
Remember these files are for personal or classroom use only.
Ways to Use the Mats at Home and School
At home, keep the mats in a folder near the table. Let your child pick one each day. Choice gives children a sense of control.
In a classroom, use the mats as literacy and math centres. They suit small group time and quick morning work.
Early finishers can try another mat.
Homeschool families can pair them with a Christmas book. Read a story first. Then play a few rounds with the matching mat.
Therapists can use them for short sessions. The covering and tracing steps work both eyes and hands.
The festive look keeps children smiling.
Fun Extras to Try
Use mini marshmallows as counters. Children love eating one after covering ten. Always check for allergies first.
Play a sound hunt. Say, “Find something that starts with b.” Your child covers the bear.
Make a number race. Roll the die and cover a number that is one more than the roll. This adds a fun challenge.
Hang finished mats on the fridge. Children enjoy showing visitors their holiday work. A small sticker makes it extra special.
Keep Learning With More Free Printables
If your child loves these mats, here are ten more ideas. Each one pairs well with ornament play.
Christmas Pattern Block Mats Printable: Fill festive mats with pattern blocks to build shape skills.
Christmas 2D Shapes Worksheets: Spot and name flat shapes in simple cheerful Christmas pictures.
Christmas Color By Number Worksheets: Colour each space by number to reveal hidden festive pictures.
Letter Recognition Worksheets: Help children spot and name letters with simple worksheet pages.
Alphabet Flash Cards For Toddlers: Bright flash cards for early letter learning with little toddlers.
Winter Movement Dice For Kids: Roll the dice and move your body with winter fun.
Winter Lacing Cards For Kids: Thread laces through cozy winter shapes to build finger strength.
Winter Printable Memory Game: Ninety picture cards for cozy matching and quick memory practice.
Number Memory Game to Build Early Skills: Match number cards to strengthen memory and early number recognition.
Snap Cubes Winter Patterns Printable: Copy forty pattern cards using snap cubes in many colours.
Final Thoughts
Learning does not have to feel like work. With these nine ornament mats, letters and numbers become a festive game.
Print a few mats, grab a die, and gather some counters. Your child will build skills while smiling. You will both enjoy the cozy time together.
Happy ornament learning!
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