DIY Alphabet Wheel for Kids Learning

This project started from a simple moment at home.

One day, my child said, "Dad, I want to buy this alphabet wheel" while showing me a product from an online shop.

Instead of buying it, I decided to make one myself, using simple tools and materials I already had.

The goal is simple:

1. Help kids learn letters
2. Make learning fun and interactive

This alphabet wheel is rotatable, customizable, and designed to support early reading practice in a plyaful way.

It's not perfect, it's handmade - but it works, and most importantly, my child enjoys using it.

Materials

1. Printed alphabet wheel design (A4, 2 sheets)
2. Laminating plastic / clear film
3. Paper fastener / split pin (for rotating the wheels)
4. Cardboard or thick backing paper (optional, for sturdiness)

Tools

1. Printer
2. Scissors / Cutter
3. Laminating machine (or manual lamination method)
4. Hole punch or sharp tool for making center holes

All materials are simple and easy to find. You can also adjust the size or materials based on what you have at home.

Start by designing the alphabet wheel layout. This include arranging letters in circular sections so they can be rotated later. You can use any design software you're comfortable with.

Tip: Keep the letters big, clear, and easy to read for kids.

Once the layout feels right, prepare the design for printing. Make sure all circles are aligned and the center point is clearly marked.

Print the design on two A4 sheets using regular paper. You can use thicker paper if available, but regular paper works fine.

Carefully cut each circular layer following the design outlines. Take your time so the cirlces stay neat and smooth.

Arrange the cut pieces neatly and place them inside laminating plastic. This will make the wheel more durable for kids.

Run the pieces through a laminating machine. If you don't have one, any manual clear covering method can work.

After lamination, cut the pieces again following the original shape. Make sure no sharp edges are left.

Create a hole at the center of each circle. This is where the fastener will go, allowing the wheel to rotate.

Stack the circles in order and secure them using a paper fastener or split pin. Check that each layer rotates smoothly.

Your alphabet wheel is finished! Kids can rotate the layers to form letters or simple words while learning through play.

Note: This project is simple, affordable, and fully customizable. Feel free to modify the design to match your child's learning needs.

This project includes two printable A4 Pdf Design:

1. Alphabet Wheel - Simple Syllable Learning

Designed to help kids practice simple syllables. Great for early reading and phonics learning.

2. Alphabet Wheel - Combination Learning

This version allows more flexible word combinations. Suitable for kids who are ready for more letter exploration.

Both files are free to download, print, and customize.

I did'nt take step-by-step photos during the build, so the process images shown here are screenshots from my making video.

Watch the full making process here:

1. Youtube Short (@findsoft.design)
2. Instagram Reels (@findsoft.design)
3. TikTok Video (@findsoft.design)

Why this Project Works

This wheel helps children learn through rotation, repetition, and visual patterns. It combines motor skills and cognitive learning in a playful way.

Customization Ideas

1. Change color base on age
2. Replace letters with numbers
3. Add pictures or phonics symbols
4. Print on thicker paper or cardboard

You are free to print, share, and modify this design for Personal and educational use.

You can download the Alphabet Wheel - Simple Syllable Learning (A4) PDF Design for free using the link below. Feel free to use it for personal projects or educational purposes.

You can download the Alphabet Wheel - Combination Learning (A4) PDF Design for free using the link below. Feel free to use it for personal projects or educational purposes.