Little Dry Erasables — Set of 10 Translucent Gum Drops

Some Colours are glossy both sides and some are glossy one side and matte on the other. We recommend only using the glossy side as the matte side can be more difficult to erase completely.

Gum Drops 

Using Dry Erase Pieces for Hands On Learning

Dry erase pieces transform traditional worksheets into reusable, interactive learning experiences. By moving answers off the page and onto manipulatives, children can explore, test ideas, and build confidence through hands on learning.

Dry erase learning encourages flexibility, reduces pressure around mistakes, and supports visual, tactile, and kinesthetic learners.

📚 Literacy Activity Ideas

Word Bank Matching

Write each word from the worksheet word bank onto individual dry erase pieces.

Children can:

• Match vocabulary words to definitions

• Place words into correct sentences

• Sort words by spelling patterns or word families

• Build sentences using selected words

This helps children visualize language while allowing them to rearrange words and experiment with answers.

Fill-in-the-Blank Sentences

Write possible answers onto dry erase pieces instead of writing directly on the worksheet.

Children can:

• Choose the correct word and place it into the sentence

• Rearrange words to form complete sentences

• Practice grammar and sentence structure

• Try multiple answers and self correct

Phonics & Early Reading Practice

Use dry erase pieces to support phonics development.

Try:

• Writing beginning, middle, or ending sounds on pieces

• Building CVC or sight words by arranging letter pieces

• Matching rhyming words

• Sorting words by vowel sounds or blends

🔢 Math Activity Ideas

Number Matching & Counting

Write numbers and/or answers onto dry erase pieces.

Children can:

• Match numbers to quantity pictures or manipulatives

• Complete counting activities

• Arrange numbers in order

• Solve addition or subtraction problems by selecting correct answers

Equation Building

Write numbers and math symbols on dry erase pieces.

Children can:

• Build equations using number and symbol pieces

• Solve math problems and physically place answers

• Explore number relationships and fact families

• Practice sequencing and problem-solving skills

Pattern & Sorting Practice

Dry erase pieces can also support early math concepts.

Children can:

• Create repeating patterns

• Sort by number value, shape, or color

• Group items into categories

• Explore comparisons such as greater than or less than

🌿 Tips for Use

• Encourage children to test ideas before choosing a final answer

• Use trays or boards to help organize pieces

• Store dry erase pieces in small containers or pouches

• Wipe clean after use to prepare for the next activity

• Adapt pieces to grow with your child by changing words, numbers, or concepts

💛 Why Hands-On Learning Matters

Using movable dry erase pieces supports:

• Problem solving and critical thinking

• Fine motor skill development

• Confidence and independence

• Multi-sensory learning experiences

• Reusable and sustainable learning materials

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