the smooth and uninterrupted motion we make when writing, without lifting our writing tool from the paper

a symbol or character used to represent a number

refers to a single number from 0 to 9, like the digits we use when counting or writing numbers

Formation of numerals 0-5

English

Formation of numerals 6-10

In this unit, pupils learn  formation for the numerals 0-10. In ‘Pre-cursive lower case letters’, pupils build on this by learning the pre-cursive formation of all 26 letters of the alphabet.

In 'Capital letters', pupils learnt capital letter formation for all 26 letters of the alphabet. In this unit, pupils  build on this knowledge, learning the formation of the numerals 0-10.

In this unit, pupils learn to form the digits 0-10. They learn which digits are formed using one continuous motion and which require the pencil to be lifted.

Numerals 0-10

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Risk assessment required - physical activity

True or false? It's helpful to hold your pencil in the tripod grip. 

Which actions will help us prepare to practise handwriting?

True or false? Numbers can be represented by a numeral. 

Formation of numerals 0-5

Lesson outcome

Content guidance