Welcome to the 5th week of Get Ready for K Through Play, a series that I am taking part in with some of my favorite kid bloggers. The goal is to help you prepare your child for Kindergarten. Last week, I shared a Sight Word Hunt, and this week we are all sharing fun ways to practice Fine Motor Skills. Last year for the series, we did some Fine Motor Practice with Straws. This week, I will show you how to do Handwriting Practice with Shaving Cream. When you are done here be sure to get some great name writing activities for preschoolers at
Help your little ones build strong pencil control skills with our free bundle! Perfect for preK and kindergarten learners, this bundle will aid in fine motor development and writing skill building.
Free, printable Prewriting Tracing Worksheets for preschoolers and young kids to practice learning to write. Prewriting skills activity pages.
How do you teach handwriting to a child with dysgraphia? Read on to find out and support your child at home with their development.
Many parents and teachers are stumped at the best approach large handwriting. Try these simple tips and tricks to improve letter sizing.
Handwriting can be frustrating for a lot of kids. Try one of these fun handwriting activities that will inspire even the most reluctant writers.
Handwriting practice doesn’t need to be boring! This handwriting activity uses colored pencils with bright and vivid colors to make a colorful activity that seems more like a game than working on handwriting skills like letter formation and pencil pressure. If you’ve been following The OT Toolbox for long, then you know that creative handwriting ... Read more
9 fun visual motor warmups on one page to perform before Handwriting activities. ...
Everyone learns how to properly hold a pencil at some point but I don’t think very many of us remember it. I would like to share with you the importance of young children learning to
Handwriting warm up exercises help improve fine motor skills. Use these quick fine motor exercises every day before writing in under 90 secs!
Handwriting practice doesn’t need to be boring! This handwriting activity uses colored pencils with bright and vivid colors to make a colorful activity that seems more like a game than working on handwriting skills like letter formation and pencil pressure. If you’ve been following The OT Toolbox for long, then you know that creative handwriting ... Read more
Handwriting practice doesn’t always have to involve writing. This easy activity helps kids with visual processing difficulties or visual motor integration issues to address spatial and line awareness needed for neatness in handwriting while working on a fine motor component and form producing component that are essential for effective spatial use and line awareness in ... Read more
These creative writing practice ideas support letter formation and automaticity in written work. OT ideas for working on writing skills.
I kind of love to share tricks for improving handwriting. There are so many “parts” to written work. There’s fine motor dexterity, pencil grasp, strength, endurance, visual perceptual skills, cognitive skills among other parts to handwriting. You can see more about these topics on our Handwriting page. One big way to develop the skills needed ... Read more
Fine Motor Journals are a place where students can do various fine motor activities such as writing, drawing, name activities, and cutting! It's like a mini-portfolio just about a student's fine motor skills, so instead of tons of random papers with fine motor activities, it's now in one organized spot! Fine motor journals are FUN short activities to support students learning how to write, draw, cut, and develop strong fine motor skills and match the learning theme (ex: transportation, pets, Valentine's Day, Earth Day, fall, spring) you are doing in your classroom.
Fun ways to work on handwriting skills : developing the fine motor skills required for good handwriting. Apps and resources to help, along with activities
Is handwriting a headache for your child? Here are 5 simple and actionable strategies to improve handwriting for children!
As young children progress from early mark making toward writing letters it can be tempting to push them toward tracing sheets and worksheets designed for handwriting practice. However, teaching handwriting without these tools can be a lot more fun!
FINE MOTOR STICKER FUN is an interactive resource which helps children master basic writing strokes. Suitable for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten students, these activities provide fun repetitive activities which encourage the mastery of writing strokes. Basic writing strokes included are as follows: 1- Vertical Line 2- Horizontal Line 3- Circle 4- Cross 5- Diagonal to Lower Left 6- Square 7- Diagonal to Lower Right 8- “X” 9- Triangle There are many benefits to activities in this resource: 1- Improve Fine Motor Skills. Using stickers is wonderful for fine motor development. Children refine pincer grasp and peeling stickers encourages kids to use two hands together. 2- Improve Shoulder Strength: Good shoulder strength is key to developing efficient hand skills. These pages may be taped to a wall so kids must raise and lower their arms, working on shoulder strength. 3- Prepare Children for Writing: Mastery of writing strokes will help prepare a child for writing letters or numbers. How To Use This Resource? 1- Look at the Sequence of Visual Motor Development Start with the simplest writing stroke, vertical lines, no matter a child’s age. Though this will be easy for older kids, it will build their confidence. For younger children, try not to go more than one year past their age. 2- Choose Whether or Not to Laminate Pages Either is fine. Laminating a page will allow you to re-use pages several times, removing the stickers and washing off the crayon as you go. 3- Tape the Page Onto a Wall This step is optional. Working on a vertical surface encourages a child to work on his shoulder muscles as he will need to raise and lower his arm. Shoulder strength is important in developing fine motor skills. 4- Get out the stickers! Ask a child to place stickers on the Starting Star and the Ending Star of each line. 5- Practice the Pre-Writing Strokes Using crayon pieces (to encourage a tripod grasp) draw the writing strokes. Follow me on FACEBOOK for the latest in learning and skill development! Visit my website at KIDS MASTER SKILLS for skill-building activities and information on the latest research on child development and learning! Also, check out HANDWRITING HELP FOR KIDS to learn more about the skills children need to succeed with handwriting! Click HERE to follow my store, KIDS MASTER SKILLS, on TPT! Enjoy this resource! And please provide feedback to receive TPT points!
I just finished a new template for Form Drawing. You can find the download HERE . Of course the specific Montessori exercises for ...
Handwriting Results: What your child's handwriting and fine motor skills may tell you about their learning development and how it effects their reading.
The most common mistake I see is #1 ... this is great advice for people teaching handwriting to kids in preschool and kindergarten. The tip about worksheets is so important. #handwriting #preschool #penmanship #kindergarten
20+ Simple Hands-On Activities That Help Build Fine Motor Skills - with fine motor skills going missing at preschool, try some of these hands-on invitations to help strengthen fine motor skills | you clever monkey
Did you know that great handwriting skills are crucial to kids’ success throughout their years in school? Writing skills are part of the foundation to
If your child has sloppy handwriting they may have dysgraphia affecting more than just their fine motor skills.
Free printable handwriting worksheets for kindergarten. Pre-Writing Worksheets, Tracing Worksheets, Dot-to-Dots, Letter Formation, Alphabet, Numbers, Days of the Week, Months of the Year, Colors and more!
X15simple and fun hand strengthening exercises for kids to help build the muscle strength and coordination needed to carry out fine motor tasks.
There are so many fine motor skills needed at school! This guide outlines fine motor tasks which may impact learning and what to do to help.
Hand strength is a big deal for handwriting. Kids need to be able to have enough hand strength for handwriting. Here's how you help.
The arches of the hand support precision and mobility in fine motor tasks. Discover arch development and activities to refine hand arches.
Practice fine motor and pre-handwriting skills with this set of 48 colorful cards. Each type of line used appears in a different color on the cards, to make it easier to reproduce it on paper. Some letters are given, along with increasingly complex yet fun objects. What a fun challenge to make the...
Free printable alphabet tracing worksheets. These FUN path maze activity sheets will have your student practicing letter formation alongside key fine motor skills. Great for reviewing uppercase and lowercase letter recognition.
Help your early learners practice pencil control, grip, dexterity and improve fine motor skills with this fun Handwriting Warm Up page. Complete one a day or do them all at once over and over; whatever works best for you and your student. ...
These distal finger control exercises develop fine motor dexterity and eye-hand coordination needed for writing and more.
As young children progress from early mark making toward writing letters it can be tempting to push them toward tracing sheets and worksheets designed for handwriting practice. However, teaching handwriting without these tools can be a lot more fun!
Introducing our Handwriting Warm-up Sheets (Pack of 7) – specially crafted for Occupational Therapy (OT) and early education enthusiasts! These engaging sheets are designed to make learning a fun and interactive experience for young minds. These worksheets are great for targeting handwriting goals, early finishers, and table top activities in early education, such as pre-K, kindergarten, and first grade. Additionally, these sheets are great for parents to encourage carry-over of OT and handwriting skills at home or through homeschooling without instructions and prep. This product can be used as printable, paper handouts, or as laminated sheets to use over and over for future children and other sessions. Key Features: 1. Tracing Practice: Develop fine motor skills and handwriting precision with carefully curated tracing exercises. Children can trace over letters, numbers, and shapes, providing a hands-on approach to learning. 2. Fill in the Pictures: Spark creativity and imagination! Our sheets include delightful images with incomplete sections, encouraging kids to fill in the blanks. This activity not only enhances artistic abilities but also fosters cognitive development. 3. Diagonal Lines Matching: Strengthen hand-eye coordination and pencil control through diagonal lines matching exercises. Connect the lines to complete pictures, adding an extra layer of challenge while ensuring an enjoyable learning process. 4. OT and Early Education Focus: Created with the guidance of Occupational Therapists, these sheets address specific needs in motor skill development. The content aligns with early education curriculum standards, making them a valuable resource for educators and parents alike. 5. Engaging Images: Say goodbye to boring exercises! Our sheets feature vibrant and captivating images that capture children's attention. Whether it's animals, shapes, or everyday objects, the visuals are designed to make learning both enjoyable and educational. 6. Simple Instructions: Easy-to-follow instructions ensure that children can independently engage with the activities. This fosters a sense of accomplishment and boosts confidence as they navigate through the exercises. These Handwriting Warmup Sheets are not just educational tools; they're a gateway to a world of creativity, skill development, and joyful learning. Perfect for classrooms, therapy sessions, or home use, our sheets are a must-have for anyone involved in the early education journey. Get ready to witness the magic of learning as your little ones embark on a handwriting adventure with our specially crafted warm-up sheets!
Use this handy, one-page pencil grasp development handout to share about pencil grasp development with parents, educators, or therapists.
Cursive tracing words worksheets are a helpful tool for young learners who are beginning to develop their writing skills and grasp the concept of cursive handwriting. These worksheets are designed to provide a clear and structured format for practicing tracing and forming cursive letters and words. With a focus on entity and subject, these worksheets offer a practical and engaging way for children to enhance their penmanship and become confident in their ability to write in cursive.
Building skills to learn how to write and having fun while doing it!
Pre-writing activities?If you currently think that writing is as simple as placing a pencil in your child’s hand, then this blog post is for you.
Do you have an older child that still struggles with handwriting? I do. Mini has been taught cursive writing since he was three years old at pre-school and ...
FINE MOTOR STICKER FUN is an interactive resource which helps children master basic writing strokes. Suitable for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten students, these activities provide fun repetitive activities which encourage the mastery of writing strokes. Basic writing strokes included are as follows: 1- Vertical Line 2- Horizontal Line 3- Circle 4- Cross 5- Diagonal to Lower Left 6- Square 7- Diagonal to Lower Right 8- “X” 9- Triangle There are many benefits to activities in this resource: 1- Improve Fine Motor Skills. Using stickers is wonderful for fine motor development. Children refine pincer grasp and peeling stickers encourages kids to use two hands together. 2- Improve Shoulder Strength: Good shoulder strength is key to developing efficient hand skills. These pages may be taped to a wall so kids must raise and lower their arms, working on shoulder strength. 3- Prepare Children for Writing: Mastery of writing strokes will help prepare a child for writing letters or numbers. How To Use This Resource? 1- Look at the Sequence of Visual Motor Development Start with the simplest writing stroke, vertical lines, no matter a child’s age. Though this will be easy for older kids, it will build their confidence. For younger children, try not to go more than one year past their age. 2- Choose Whether or Not to Laminate Pages Either is fine. Laminating a page will allow you to re-use pages several times, removing the stickers and washing off the crayon as you go. 3- Tape the Page Onto a Wall This step is optional. Working on a vertical surface encourages a child to work on his shoulder muscles as he will need to raise and lower his arm. Shoulder strength is important in developing fine motor skills. 4- Get out the stickers! Ask a child to place stickers on the Starting Star and the Ending Star of each line. 5- Practice the Pre-Writing Strokes Using crayon pieces (to encourage a tripod grasp) draw the writing strokes. Follow me on FACEBOOK for the latest in learning and skill development! Visit my website at KIDS MASTER SKILLS for skill-building activities and information on the latest research on child development and learning! Also, check out HANDWRITING HELP FOR KIDS to learn more about the skills children need to succeed with handwriting! Click HERE to follow my store, KIDS MASTER SKILLS, on TPT! Enjoy this resource! And please provide feedback to receive TPT points!
There are many components of handwriting that play a critical role in the overall legibility of written materials. Let's break it down...
