Pond Animals Hop

Learning about pond animals can be fun!

Our Pond Animal Hop mat can make learning about animals at the pond a fun, movement-based activity. This mat is suitable for both preschoolers and kindergartners and is a great way for students to learn about the the animals that live in a pond.

Pond Animal Hop features illustrations of both adult and baby swamp animals that are sure to capture the imagination of young learners. At 38 inches wide and 92 inches long, this mat has plenty of space for multiple students to play and learn. Whether using it for class or during free time, this mat will encourage active learning and collaborative play.

After hopping on this mat, students will be able to identify common pond life. They will also learn how to read the pond animal names, which promotes their letter and word recognition skills.

Movement-based learning helps boost students’ learning comprehension while aiding in the development of gross motor skills. Take a look at our activity database for more activities and sensory play to keep your students on their feet.

Also available: Looking for more animal lessons? Check out our Baby Marine Life Hop, Farm Animal Hop, or Baby Arctic Animal Hop mats!

Product Details

Materials: Our floor mats are made from heavy-duty vinyl. They are easy to clean, durable, and long-lasting. Some teachers have used their mats for over 10 years!

Dimensions: 38 x 92 inches

Includes: 7 types of animals

• frog and tadpole
• dragonfly and nymph
• duck and duckling
• pond snail and egg
• fish and fry
• earthworm and cocoon
• snapping turtle and hatchling

Check out our material FAQ page for more information and instructions on caring for your floor mat.

Sample Activity: Mystery Animal

• Give clues about an animal on the mat. Clues could include the animal’s appearance, letters in their name, their noise, or their baby’s name.
• Challenge students to jump to the mystery animal on the mat.