We’re always on the lookout for items for Bookscape Babies, our community program for kids 0-2 and their caregivers. Previously, we’ve shared this Teddy Bear Picnic and an adorably cuddly alphabet. Today’s post also involves a cute alphabet – and one that doubles as a matching activity!

The “Animal Play and Learn” set by Jetbotell retails for around $15 on Amazon, and is intended for ages 18+. The 52 piece plastic set features 10 kinds of animals printed with uppercase and lowercase letters. Each animal is about 3″ long, and easily pulls into two halves:

Bright, chunky, and easy to wipe clean, this set checked all the boxes for us! Special bonus: the set’s pieces are interchangeable, resulting into some very interesting animal combinations, not to mention two letter words and initials.

If you are looking for an terrific letter identification set that is an inexpensive addition to round out your baby story times, early literacy classrooms, and toddler play areas, we definitely recommend this fun little set!