Introduction to handwriting skills and patterns
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can form a variety of patterns and hold a pencil in a comfortable and correct tripod grip.
Key learning points
- Sitting position is important for handwriting
- A comfortable tripod pencil grip can make handwriting easier
- Handwriting patterns can help prepare us to form letters
- It takes practice to be able to form patterns correctly
- Posture, pencil grip and paper position are important for handwriting
Keywords
Posture - the way we hold and position our body while writing
Position of paper - refers to how the paper is placed in front of us when writing
Tripod pencil grip - a way of holding the pencil with three fingers (thumb, index, and middle fingers) that helps us write smoothly and with control
Pattern - a repeated arrangement or sequence of strokes or lines used in writing
Common misconception
Many children will not securely use the correct pencil grip.
Ensure to spend sufficient time checking children's pencil grip and intervening where they need extra support.
Teacher tip
Spending time securing the pre-requisites for handwriting is important. The aspects covered in this lesson will be significant in all subsequent lessons.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What do you need to start practising your handwriting?
Q2.What is the name of the best pencil grip?
Q3.What can help you prepare for handwriting?
Q4.Order the letters alphabetically.
Q5.Can you match the lower case letters with their capital letters?
A
B
C
D
E
Q6.Can you match the lower case letters with their capital letters?
G
H
J
K
M
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