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Introduction to Handwriting

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Introduction to Handwriting

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📝 Part 1: Understanding Handwriting

WALT (We Are Learning To): Understand the importance of handwriting and explore different handwriting styles.

1. Why is handwriting important? Choose all that apply:

To share our ideas clearly

To make notes

To be creative

To write our name

2. Which type of handwriting is best for writing quickly?

Print letters

Cursive (joined) letters

Decorative letters

3. Look at these handwriting styles. Which one would you use to write a special invitation?

Quick everyday writing

Decorative, fancy writing

Simple print letters

4. Complete this sentence: Handwriting helps me to ________________.

✏️ Part 2: Good Handwriting Habits

5. What makes a good pencil grip? Choose the best answer:

Hold the pencil with your whole fist

Hold the pencil with three fingers near the tip

Hold the pencil at the very end

6. For good posture when writing, I should:

Sit up straight

Put both feet on the floor

Lean on the desk

Keep my paper straight

7. Draw a picture of yourself showing good handwriting posture:

🌟 Part 3: Handwriting Around Us

8. Where might you see handwriting in your classroom or school? Write two examples:

Example 1: _________________________________

Example 2: _________________________________

9. Practice writing your name with good pencil grip and posture:
10. Extension Activity: If you could design your own special handwriting style, what would it look like? Draw or describe it:

Success Criteria - I can:

Name two reasons why handwriting is important

Show good pencil grip and posture

Identify different handwriting styles

Find examples of handwriting around me

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