Handwriting fluency is fundamental to learning because children think and write at the same time. When we teach children to write, we also teach them how to express themselves. Through the Handwriting Without Tears curriculum, we incorporate hands-on activities with good handwriting habits to develop strong writers. During our twice weekly handwriting time students are engaged with music, movement, and fine motor activities. They learn capital and lowercase letter, and number, formation and how to print by using hands-on materials and developmentally appropriate activities. Fine motor work prepares students for pencil and paper success in their student workbook and other writing activities.
Please visit Handwriting Without Tears's parent page link below for more information on activities you can do at home to foster independence in your child's handwriting skills. Here you will find activities you can use at home and access to online tools. You can even register to create at-home worksheets providing your child with additional practice and support. Handwriting Without Tears's website also details the tripod pencil grip Kindergarteners use throughout the year. Take a look at the links below.
• Handwriting Without Tears Parent Page
• Handwriting Without Tears Parent Extras Downloads and Printables
• Handwriting Without Tears Home Connection Page
• Handwriting Without Tears Connections - Monthly Newsletter
• Handwriting Without Tears A+ Worksheet Maker
• Handwriting Without Tears Tripod Pencil Grip
Please visit Handwriting Without Tears's parent page link below for more information on activities you can do at home to foster independence in your child's handwriting skills. Here you will find activities you can use at home and access to online tools. You can even register to create at-home worksheets providing your child with additional practice and support. Handwriting Without Tears's website also details the tripod pencil grip Kindergarteners use throughout the year. Take a look at the links below.
• Handwriting Without Tears Parent Page
• Handwriting Without Tears Parent Extras Downloads and Printables
• Handwriting Without Tears Home Connection Page
• Handwriting Without Tears Connections - Monthly Newsletter
• Handwriting Without Tears A+ Worksheet Maker
• Handwriting Without Tears Tripod Pencil Grip