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There’s something really fun about Show and Tell Letter R! My boys have brought in rocks, robots, race cars, rulers, and even a rubber ducky—that one got some big laughs from the class. “R” has so many easy possibilities that are already lying around the house!
This list pulls from ideas I’ve saved over time on my full Show and Tell A to Z page—it’s the first place I check every week.
I usually ask my kids what they think of first and we build from there. It’s always better when they’re excited about the item, even if it’s something totally random. This list includes items that are silly, smart, and simple—because that’s what I’m always looking for too. Whether you plan ahead or grab something last minute, you’ll find a great pick here. Let’s make this week’s Show and Tell feel fun and doable!
Easy And Fun Show And Tell Ideas Starting With R
- Rabbit (stuffed animal or figurine)
- Race Car (toy model)
- Raincoat
- Rake (toy version for sandbox or beach)
- Raspberry (plastic fruit model)
- Rattle
- Robot
- Rocket (toy or model)
- Rocking Horse
- Rubber Bands
- Rugby Ball
- Ruler
- Ring Toss Game
- Rain Boots
- Radio (toy or real)
- Raisins (snack box)
- Radish (plastic vegetable model)
- Racquet (tennis or badminton)
- Rose (flower or artificial)
- Recipe Book (children’s recipes)
- Recorder (musical instrument)
- Reindeer (stuffed or figurine)
- Rubik’s Cube
- Ribbon
- Road Map (children’s illustrated)
Real Letter R Items Pulled From Around The House
- Rapunzel (from Tangled)
- Remy (from Ratatouille)
- Rosita (from Sesame Street)
- Rufus (from The Rescuers)
- Ryder (from Paw Patrol)
- Raggedy Ann
- Richie Rich
- Rikki (from Rikki-Tikki-Tavi)
- Roary the Racing Car
- Roblox Characters (various)
U.S. States Starting with R
- Rhode Island
Pokemon Characters Starting with R
- Raichu
- Rapidash
- Rattata
- Rayquaza
- Regice
- Relicanth
- Remoraid
- Reuniclus
- Ralts
- Regigigas
- Regirock
- Registeel
Disney Characters Starting with R
- Rabbit (from Winnie the Pooh)
- Rafiki (from The Lion King)
- Randall Boggs (from Monsters, Inc.)
- Rapunzel (from Tangled)
- Raya (from Raya and the Last Dragon)
- Rebel Ralph (from Wreck-It Ralph)
- Remy (from Ratatouille)
- Rex (from Toy Story)
- Rhino (from Bolt)
- Riley Andersen (from Inside Out)
- Robin Hood (from Robin Hood)
- Rocket Raccoon (from Guardians of the Galaxy)
- Rod (from The Incredibles)
- Roo (from Winnie the Pooh)
- Russell (from Up)
- Rabbit (from Alice in Wonderland)
- Rajah (from Aladdin)
- Ramsley (from The Haunted Mansion)
- Randall Boggs (from Monsters, Inc.)
- Rat (from Lady and the Tramp)
- Ray (from The Princess and the Frog)
- Reepicheep (from The Chronicles of Narnia)
- Ren (from Ren & Stimpy)
The Power of Show and Tell Letter R
Show and tell activities are fun exercises where children bring an item and present it to their peers. These activities are invaluable for young learners!
Describing objects develops their language abilities, while the Q&A session boosts confidence and communication!
Kids learn to take turns, respect others, and celebrate diversity. They also practice categorization, observation, and storytelling.
Kids can even bring Letter R Coloring Pages and Bubble Letters to hand out in class!
Get ready for an exciting world of learning through show and tell!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What if my child is shy or nervous about presenting?
It’s normal for kids to feel shy or nervous about presenting in front of others! They can try to practice at home first to feel more comfortable.
What are some creative ways to incorporate letter R activities?
Try having kids create letter R rugs by weaving strips of red construction paper through a cardboard loom. Or let them sculpt letter R rocks from clay or play dough. For a tasty twist, bake letter R rice crispy treats! You could also go on a hunt for Rs, challenging kids to spot the letter in books, signs, and objects around the house or classroom. Get creative and make letter R learning an adventure!
Final Thoughts on Show and Tell Letter R
There’s no shortage of fun options for Show and Tell Letter R. Let your child take the lead and bring something that makes them feel proud.
It doesn’t have to be Pinterest-perfect. A rock with a story behind it is more than enough! Keep it simple and let the smiles happen.
