The Blocks of Fun Colorful Classroom Rug is designed as an interactive learning tool, featuring a grid pattern of squares filled with letters, numbers, and playful illustrations. The squares are set against alternating background colors of red, blue, green, and yellow, creating a cheerful and engaging visual pattern that would brighten any classroom space.
Sizes:
- 5 10 x 8 4 Seat size: 11" x 14"
- 8'4 x 11'8 Seat size: 16" x 19"
Use it alone or combine it with & Shape/Number Squares for hours of matching fun.
About : We have been given access to a small inventory of irregular classroom-style rugs that do not meet the rigid first quality standards of Carpets for Kids.
This is a brand new rug that may include a slight color change, small dye spots, printer lines, a slight backing flaw or a seam that hasn't been sewn perfectly straight.
- Meets NFPA 253, Class 1 Firecode
- Double-stitched serged edges
- Anti Static and Anti Stain Protection
- Assists in allergen particle control
- Meets the CRI s Green Label Plus certification
The rug serves multiple educational purposes, primarily focusing on alphabet recognition, number learning, and associative thinking. Each letter of the alphabet is represented with both uppercase and lowercase forms (like "Aa," "Bb," etc.) and is accompanied by a related illustration. For example, "Zz" features a zebra, "Pp" shows a penguin, and "Ff" displays a frog. These visual associations help young learners connect letters with familiar objects and animals.
Numbers from 1 to 10 are scattered throughout the rug, allowing for counting exercises and number recognition activities. The numerical squares are integrated seamlessly among the alphabet squares, making the rug suitable for various learning games and activities.
The illustrations are child-friendly and diverse, including:
- Animals: zebra, frog, penguin, dog, kangaroo
- Nature elements: tree, moon, rainbow
- Objects: violin, umbrella, boat, house
- Fun characters: snowman, jack-in-the-box
- Food items: watermelon
The layout is thoughtfully arranged in a grid format, making it easy for teachers to organize class activities. For instance, children can:
- Line up on specific squares for organized activities
- Play educational games using the numbers and letters
- Practice alphabet recognition through movement activities
- Learn positional concepts (left, right, above, below) using the grid layout
- Engage in counting exercises using the numbered squares
The rug appears to be durably constructed for classroom use, with a tight, low pile that's suitable for heavy foot traffic and frequent cleaning. Its rectangular shape makes it practical for fitting into standard classroom layouts, while its size appears adequate for small group activities.
The color scheme is particularly noteworthy, using primary colors (red, blue, yellow) along with green as base colors for the squares. This choice not only creates visual interest but also helps in color recognition exercises. The letters are written in contrasting colors against their backgrounds, making them easily readable for young learners.
This type of educational rug serves as more than just floor covering – it's an interactive learning tool that transforms ordinary floor space into an engaging educational environment. It encourages active learning through movement and play, essential elements in early childhood education.
Teachers can use it for structured learning activities, while students can also explore it independently during free play time, making it a versatile addition to any early learning classroom setting.
Made in the USA by Carpets for Kids
Find the factory first version at this link
