the writing style where letters are formed individually and don't join to other letters

the writing style where each letter is written as an uppercase letter

Different handwriting applications

English

Building speed through note-taking

Deciding between pen or pencil

Practising handwriting with some famous quotations

Writing with emphasis

Handwriting for a particular task

In 'Building handwriting fluency through speed, choices and writing dialogue', pupils developed their handwriting speed and use of writing implements suited to different tasks.  In this unit, pupils develop their handwriting fluency, focusing on handwriting conventions associated with particular written tasks. 

In this unit, pupils practise note-taking and choose between pen or pencil for different tasks. They write famous quotations in cursive and learn different techniques to write with emphasis. Pupils also learn which type of handwriting is most appropriate for a given task or purpose.

Building fluency with note taking, choice, quotations and emphasis

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Risk assessment required - physical activity

Select the tasks that would be best suited to using a pencil.

Select the tasks that would be best suited to using a pen.

What are the benefits to writing at speed?

What are the disadvantages of writing at speed?

Which cursive letter joins are being used in this quote?

Different handwriting applications

Lesson outcome

Content guidance