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I love Show and Tell Letter S—there are so many great options! My boys have brought shoes, stickers, shells, snakes (toy ones, don’t worry!), and even their favorite stuffed animals. This is one of those letters that gives kids lots of freedom to be silly or sweet. I always try to let them lead the way, especially if it’s something they already love and want to share.
I grabbed a bunch of these from my full Show and Tell ideas collection that I use with all three of my boys!
If we’re short on time, a spoon or sock has totally worked in a pinch. The key is helping them feel excited and proud of what they bring. This list includes both quick wins and creative suggestions you might not have thought of yet. Let’s make “S” super fun and super simple!
What We Selected For Show And Tell Letter S
Preparing for the Show and Tell Letter S is an exciting adventure!
Have fun brainstorming a list of S-themed items – snakes, sandcastles, socks, and more. The possibilities are endless!
Involving the children in this selection process sparks their creativity and ownership over the project.
Once you’ve narrowed down your favorites, it’s time to gather the necessary materials – scissors, stamps, stickers, etc.
Create an unforgettable display that showcases the letter S.
Bonus Tip: At the end of your show and tell letter N presentation, hand out some fun Letter S Coloring Pages and Bubble Letters to hand out to classmates!
Letter S Items Pulled Straight From Our Toy Bin
- Everyday objects (sock, spoon, sunglasses)
- Nature items (seashells, stones, seeds)
- Toys and books (stuffed animals, storybooks.)
- Homemade crafts (snake puppet, star decoration)
Our Favorite Letter S Show And Tell Picks
- Stuffed Animal
- Soccer Ball
- Superhero Toy
- Sticker Book
- Skipping Rope
- Snow Globe
- Stamp Set
- Sunglasses
- Slinky
- Skateboard
- Scooter
- Sidewalk Chalk
- Spinning Top
- Storybook
- Seashell Collection
- Smiley Face Stress Ball
- Snorkel and Mask
- Squishy Toy
- Sparkly Slime
- Scrunchie
- Shoebox Diorama
- Squirt Gun
- Stencils and Stickers
- Silly String
- Snap Bracelet
- Sloth coloring pages
Last-Minute Letter S Ideas That Totally Worked For Us
- Spongebob Squarepants
- Skye (Paw Patrol)
- Steve (Blue’s Clues)
- Sid the Science Kid
- Sheriff Callie
- Super Why
- Strawberry Shortcake
- Swiper the Fox (Dora the Explorer)
- Shimmer and Shine
- Sofia the First
U.S. States Starting with S
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
Pokémon Characters Starting with S
- Squirtle
- Snorlax
- Scizor
- Salamence
- Sceptile
- Sandslash
- Starmie
- Swampert
- Skarmory
- Slaking
Disney Characters Starting with S
- Simba (The Lion King)
- Stitch (Lilo & Stitch)
- Snow White
- Sebastian the Crab (The Little Mermaid)
- Scar (The Lion King)
- Sully (Monsters, Inc.)
- Sadness (Inside Out)
- Shang (Mulan)
- Sleeping Beauty
- Sheriff Woody (Toy Story)
- Syndrome (The Incredibles)
- Sven (Frozen)
- Scrooge McDuck (DuckTales)
- Stitch (Lilo & Stitch)
- Smee (Peter Pan)
Letter S Show and Tell Activities
- Letter S scavenger hunt
- Letter S alphabet art or collage
- Singing S-themed songs or rhymes
- Storytelling with S-themed books
FAQs
At what age do kids start show and tell activities?
You can start letter show and tell activities as early as age 3 or 4. Kids this young love showing off their favorite toys or objects. It builds confidence and language skills!
How long should the show and tell session last?
Around 3-5 minutes per child.
What if my child is shy or reluctant to participate?
Don’t force it. Some kids need more time to warm up. Let them observe first, then encourage (not push) them to participate when ready. Praise any small effort!
Final Thoughts on Show and Tell Letter S
Show and Tell Letter S has something for every kind of kid. From silly to sweet, there’s no wrong answer. Just encourage them to talk about what they love!
That’s the whole point of Show and Tell! Enjoy the moment—it goes by fast.
