Schoolgirl Style Criss Cross Applesauce Rug creates a learning space that is welcoming and inviting for children. Students easily gather together to sit in a group or they can choose which letter they want to sit on. Teach students the letters of the alphabet in a fun, subtle way. Colorful letters contrast with black background for an elegant, bold look. Pictures of animals and objects help students associate letters to words and pictures for more understanding.