Introduction to handwriting skills and patterns
I can form a variety of patterns and hold a pencil in a comfortable and correct tripod grip.
Introduction to handwriting skills and patterns
I can form a variety of patterns and hold a pencil in a comfortable and correct tripod grip.
Lesson details
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
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.
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
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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