Summer Popsicle Alphabet and Beginning Sounds – FREE Printable

Looking for a fun and engaging way to help your preschoolers or kindergartners review letters and beginning sounds this summer? I’ve got just the thing for you! While browsing for summer-themed clip art, I came across these adorable popsicle (or icy-pole!) graphics and had to turn them into something educational and cute. That’s how this FREE Summer Popsicle Alphabet and Beginning Sounds Matching Activity was born!

You can download the FREE printable Summer Popsicle Alphabet and Beginning Sounds Activity by clicking on either links below.

About the Summer Popsicle Alphabet Printable

This activity includes colorful, interactive popsicle cards designed to help children:

• Match uppercase and lowercase letters
• Recognize beginning sounds
• Practice alphabetical order
• Strengthen fine motor skills with hands-on play

Each popsicle is divided into three parts: an uppercase letter, a picture representing the beginning sound, and a matching lowercase letter.

Ways to Use Summer Popsicle Alphabet Activity

This printable is adaptable for various skill levels:

• Beginner Level: Keep the popsicle pieces intact. Use them to introduce or review the alphabet and beginning sounds. Try alphabetizing the cards or using them as flashcards.
• Intermediate Level: Cut the popsicles into two or three sections. Have children match uppercase to lowercase letters and identify the picture that goes with the beginning sound.
• Advanced Challenge: Mix up all three parts and let children complete the full popsicle independently — a fun puzzle-style activity!

Why You’ll Love It

• Low prep and easy to use
• Hands-on, engaging, and perfect for summer themes
• Great for centers, home learning, or independent review
• Works for Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Transitional K

Classroom Tips

The Summer Popsicle Alphabet activity is a great addition to your summer-themed lesson plans or literacy centers. Try using it in:

• Morning tubs or arrival activities to get kids settled and engaged
• Small group instruction for letter-sound review and support
• Literacy centers where children can work independently or with a partner
• Quiet-time or early finisher tasks for hands-on practice without screens

To make the activity last all summer, laminate the cards and store them in a zip bag or small container. It also makes a great printable to send home as part of a summer learning pack!

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