When you think of teaching writing in kindergarten, what comes to mind? What do you teach your kindergarten writer? Narration, copywork, handwriting, journaling, writers’ workshop, and writing prompts are common types of writing for kindergarten. Once you understand each writing type you can make an informed decision about what type of writing fits you and […]
Does Pencil Grip Matter?
Does Pencil Grip Matter? Over the years in the classroom I saw a lot of handwriting that was less than ideal. Some kids had poor pencil grips. Was there a correlation? Does pencil grip matter? I assumed pencil grip played a big part, so I tried my best to encourage a proper grasp. But […]
Helpful Tips for Teaching Letter Formation
Helpful Tips for Teaching Letter Formation I asked my son to write his name on his grandfather’s 80th birthday card. He insisted on doing it all by himself. I backed off and watched him as he carefully formed each letter of his name. I was proud of his efforts, even when he wrote […]
