Handwriting Activities

A collection of activities designed to help children develop their handwriting and presentation skills as required in Attainment Target 5: handwriting and presentation in the English National Curriculum. The book will cover all aspects of handwriting, from children's perception of letter shapes through to a variety of devices to develop presentation and design skills. As a matter of course, aspects of spelling, such as blends, will also be addressed. The aim of the book is to provide practice with a purpose and with a sense of fun, so that this motor skill can be developed to maturity. Sections include: patterns; letters; letter strings; calligraphy; design uses. Teachers' notes will provide detailed explanation of the development of this skill, together with information on the activities and ideas for extension activities. At least 130 photocopiable pages, covering all aspects of handwriting, and practice with teachers' notes are also included.