Roll a die, cover a snowman, and write what you see. This printable pack turns letters and numbers into a cozy winter game. Children play, match, and trace on every mat.
The pack has nine printable mats. Five mats cover the alphabet from A to Z. Four mats cover the numbers from 1 to 20.
What Are the Snowman Roll and Cover Mats?
Each mat has two parts. A “Cover it” side holds rows of friendly snowmen. A “Write it” side holds dotted boxes for tracing.
Each snowman wears a black top hat with a carrot nose and stick arms. On the alphabet mats, every snowman holds a small picture on its belly.
On the number mats, each snowman holds a big black number.
Children cover each snowman with a counter, a pom pom, or a button. Then they trace the matching letter or number in the Write it column. Tiny red dots and arrows show where each stroke begins.
The mats use a sky blue border with little snowflakes. The inside is bright and clear, so children can see every picture. Printed in color, they look cheerful on a cold day.
The pack suits preschool and kindergarten children. Younger children can cover and say the names. Older children can trace and write on their own.
Why Roll and Cover Games Work for Young Learners
Roll and cover games feel like play. Children do not notice they are learning.
They watch the die, scan the page, and make quick choices.
Here is what this pack builds:
Letter recognition: Children link capital and small letters with pictures and sounds.
Number recognition: Children read numbers from 1 to 20 in mixed order.
Visual scanning: Hunting for the right snowman trains careful eyes.
Number writing: Dotted boxes teach correct strokes and starting points.
Fine motor control: Placing counters and tracing strengthen small hands.
What You Need Before You Start
Gather a few simple supplies. You need very little.
The printed mats, ideally on cardstock
A die, or a spinner if you prefer
Counters, pom poms, buttons, or small erasers
Pencils or dry erase markers
Sheet protectors, if you like
Cardstock makes the mats sturdy. A sheet protector turns each mat into a reusable game.
Children can write with dry erase markers and wipe the page clean.
How to Use the Printables
Print the mats and place one on a flat table. Give your child a small handful of counters. Keep the die nearby.
Roll the die and decide which letter or number to find. Look for a snowman that matches.
Cover it with a counter and say the name aloud.
Next, move to the Write it column. Find the matching dotted letter or number. Trace it with a pencil, starting at the red dot.
Keep playing until every snowman is covered. Then count the counters together. Celebrate a full mat.
Keep sessions short. One mat is plenty for most preschoolers. Stop while your child is still smiling.
9 Printables Explained
Here is a quick guide to every mat. Each one lists the content and a tracing idea.
Mat 1, Letters A to F: Cover pictures like ant, apple, bear, ball, car, and cat. Trace Aa to Ff with a red pencil.
Mat 2, Letters G to L: Cover goat, gift, house, hat, igloo, key, kite, lion, and leaf. Trace Gg to Ll with a blue pencil.
Mat 3, Letters M to R: Cover mouse, moon, nest, orange, owl, pencil, penguin, quilt, rainbow, and rabbit. Use a green pencil.
Mat 4, Letters S to X: Cover sock, sun, train, turtle, umbrella, van, violin, watch, whale, and xylophone. Use a purple pencil.
Mat 5, Letters Y and Z: Cover zebra, zipper, yarn, yo yo, zero, and a yacht. Trace big Yy and Zz in orange.
Mat 6, Numbers 1 to 5: Cover big numbers in mixed order on twelve snowmen. Trace 1 to 5 with a yellow pencil.
Mat 7, Numbers 6 to 10: Cover numbers from 6 to 10 in mixed order. Trace each dotted number with a red pencil.
Mat 8, Numbers 11 to 15: Cover numbers from 11 to 15 on twelve snowmen. Trace each two digit number with a blue pencil.
Mat 9, Numbers 16 to 20: Cover numbers from 16 to 20 on twelve snowmen. Trace each number with a green pencil.
Pictures on the alphabet mats are small, so check them against your printout. Name every picture before playing, in case a word is new.
Fun Ways to Extend the Learning
One set of mats can grow into a week of winter play. Try these ideas with your pages.
Add pom pom play for stronger fingers. The Winter Fine Motor Mats with Pom Poms give cozy ways to squeeze, pinch, and place. Pom poms also make great counters for this game.
Keep letter practice going with the Winter Alphabet Letter Tracing Cards Printables. Children trace capital and small letters beside winter pictures. They pair well with the alphabet mats.
Match capital and small letters in a new way. The Simple Mitten Letter Matching Alphabet Activity uses bright mitten pairs. Children match Aa to Zz.
Listen for first sounds with the Printable Winter Beginning Sounds Snowmen Activity. Children match pictures to snowman letters. It fits well after a letter mat.
Count more with the Snowman Math Button Counting Worksheet. Children count buttons from 1 to 50. It builds on the number mats.
Count and stick with the Winter Counting Mats for Preschool. Children trace numbers and add cotton balls. Younger siblings can join in.
Write numbers with confidence using Mastering Numbers 1 to 20: Hands On Kindergarten Writing Number Practice. It follows nicely after the Write it column.
Need a movement break? Roll the Winter Movement Dice For Kids between mats. Children hop and spin before they return to the table.
Easy Game Variations
You can change the rules to fit any child. Here are some simple twists.
Two player race: Two players share a mat. The first to cover all snowmen in their color wins.
Roll twice: Roll two dice and add them. Cover the matching number on a number mat.
Sound hunt: Say a letter sound. Children cover the snowman whose picture starts with it.
Missing number: Cover one number and ask your child to guess it. Then lift the counter to check.
Snowball toss: Toss a soft pom pom onto the mat. Name the snowman it lands near.
Name the picture: Cover each picture and say the word aloud. Stretch the first sound.
Tips for Parents and Teachers
A few small tricks make game time smoother.
Start with one mat. Pick the letters or numbers your child knows best. Add new mats slowly.
Say the sound, not the name. Use buh for B, not bee. Pure sounds help children blend words later.
Point and touch. Encourage children to touch each snowman before covering it. This keeps counts accurate.
Show the starting dot. Point to the red dot and guide the pencil down. Good habits start early.
Celebrate effort. Say what you see. “You found every snowman carefully.” Kind words build confidence.
Let mistakes happen. A wobbly number is still a number. Practice matters more than perfect lines.
Using the Mats in a Classroom and at Home
Teachers can place the mats at a literacy or math center. Pairs of children take turns rolling and covering. Laminate the mats for lasting use.
Use one mat for a small group lesson. Roll the die for the whole group. Children cover and trace on their own copies.
At home, set up a mat at the kitchen table. Add a cup of cocoa on a cold day. Siblings can play side by side.
Grandparents love this activity too. It is calm, easy to set up, and a lovely way to share time.
Download Your Snowman Roll and Cover Mats
Ready to start? Print the mats and gather your counters. Choose a cozy spot with warm light.
Begin with the letters A to F or the numbers 1 to 5. Roll, cover, and trace. Watch your child grow braver with every turn.
These mats bring letters, numbers, and fine motor play into one simple game. Winter days feel shorter when children are busy and proud.
Share your finished mats with family. Celebrate every snowman covered. Soon your little learner will read letters and numbers with a big smile.
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