Back to School Instant Dough Mats Freebie – Fine Motor and Hands-On Learning Activities

These instant dough mats are the perfect no-prep resource for strengthening fine motor skills in preschool and kindergarten. Students roll playdough into balls and logs, providing engaging hands-on practice that supports early writing readiness and hand coordination.

Ideas for use:

• Print and laminate the mats for repeated classroom use.

• Pair with playdough, therapy putty, or clay for sensory-rich practice.

• Use in morning tubs, centers, or occupational therapy sessions.

• Encourage students to count their dough balls or logs for added math integration.

• Send home as a simple fine motor practice activity for families.

What’s Included:

• Dough mats with “Roll Dough Balls” prompts

• Dough mats with “Roll Dough Logs” prompts

• Engaging visuals for independent student use

• Open-ended format for classroom or home flexibility

• Ready-to-print format for instant implementation

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