Children are taught print handwriting before cursive in most schools, although some schools are reverting to the original way of teaching handwriting. Most of the United States founders were taught cursive handwriting long before print. When teaching print handwriting, working with the student's strengths will likely result in a happier student and successful lesson. Some students are not developmentally prepared for handwriting at a young age and forcing the student will result in an upset student who does not want to write.
- Black or white board
- Worksheets
- Sand
- Shaving cream
- Molding dough
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Instructions
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Demonstrate the correct form for each of the letters being taught. Drawn the letters large enough that all students can see.
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Provide tracing worksheets for each student. Take time to watch each student complete his tracing to ensure correct letter formation.
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Use multisensory activities such as tracing letters in sand or shaving cream to reinforce correct letter formation. Students can also create letters out of molding dough.
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Provide ample practice for students. Extra worksheets and freewriting offer many opportunities for practice. Freewriting practice options include journal entries, letter writing and story writing.