making certain words or phrases stand out by using different techniques to highlight their importance

a punctuation mark used to express strong emotion

drawing a line beneath a word or phrase to emphasise it in a piece of writing

using a word or phrase more than once in order to emphasise a point

Writing with emphasis

English

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

it is usually faster than writing in print

it is usually slower than writing in print

What is the main benefit of writing in cursive?

True or false? Learning cursive handwriting can help improve fine motor skills.

Which of these letters would have a lead-out loop in their cursive formation?

Select the letter string which would only use the first join in its formation.

Select the letter strings which use the third join somewhere in their formation.

Which of these words use the fourth join somewhere in their formation?

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - physical activity

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Writing with emphasis

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.