Environmental Print Activities – Build Print Awareness with Everyday Texts

This engaging resource supports young learners as they explore the world of classroom environmental print—a foundational element of early literacy development.

Perfect for Pre-K, Kindergarten, and early primary students, this environmental print PDF includes two versatile sets of task cards that make identifying familiar signs, labels, and logos both educational and fun.

What Is Environmental Print in Kindergarten?

What is environmental print kindergarten teachers ask? It’s the print that surrounds us every day—like cereal boxes, road signs, and store logos. These familiar words and symbols help children make connections between spoken and written language. Our Environmental Print Activities are designed to harness this powerful literacy tool right inside your classroom.

What’s Included in This Printable PDF Pack?

• 2 Sets of Task Cards ready to print, laminate, and use again and again
• Recording sheets to support independent work or assessment
• Easy-to-follow instructions for both oral and written responses

Task 1: What Is This? – Students look at a card, name the picture, and decide if it’s a place, sign, or product. Responses can be given orally or written on the included sheet.

Task 2: Identify Environmental Print – Students read a hint, then clip the correct picture using clothespins or record their answer on the sheet—building visual recognition and fine motor skills at once.

Download and Explore Environmental Print Today!

Make classroom environmental print part of your daily literacy routine with this simple, flexible resource. Download the Environmental Print Activities PDF today and watch your students build confidence in reading the world around them!

Use the dropdown menu to choose between the easy to print PDF or the editable Google Slides.

This resource was created by Samantha Rose, a teacher in Florida and Teach Starter collaborator.

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