Handwriting Without Tears
Learning Letter Formation (Virtual Tour)
Stage of Literacy Development:
Stage 1: Beginning LiteracyAges:
4-6
Grade Range:
PreK KFood Groups:
Primary: Writing Conventions, Concepts of Print
Transcript
To make students aware of the features or characteristics of letters we utilize this tool that I purchased at Handwriting Without Tears. Basically they're wooden sticks or wooden curves that students use to create assorted letters of the alphabet. So this one here, we're just simply creating an upper case M out of four sticks. Students can create the letters using this letter mat, it's very easy for them to use it, almost like a puzzle. Also, at the top of the mat is a picture of a mouse, and it reinforces the sound /m/.
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Activity Objective
The goal of Handwriting Without Tears: Learning Letter Formation (Virtual Tour) is to provide students with a hands-on opportunity to learn and practice letter formations.
Quick Tips
Additional Comments:
- Have students form each letter on a letter mat and include a picture of the letter on the mat for a visual cue. - As students practice forming each letter, keep track of student progress using a checklist.
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