Pre-cursive formation of i, l and t
I can form the pre-cursive letters i, l and t.
Pre-cursive formation of i, l and t
I can form the pre-cursive letters i, l and t.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Pre-cursive letters all start on the baseline with a lead in
- The letters i, l and t all have a lead in and a lead out
- We remember where to start by saying 'Ready, line, go'
- The letters i, l and t are all formed by going up and then down
Common misconception
Children may form the print version of the letter and then add the 'lead in' seperately.
Model and emphasise saying 'Ready, line, go' to remind them that the letter starts with the lead in on the baseline for pre-cursive letters.
Keywords
Pre-cursive - the stage of writing where children begin to learn and practise the joining of individual letters, preparing them for cursive writing
Lead in - the stroke or line that guides us into starting a letter
Lead out - the stroke or line that guides us to smoothly finish a letter
Baseline - this is the line that most letters sit on
Ascender - the part of a letter that extends above the x-height line
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended.
Licence
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