Handwriting Teacher Resource (Book 4-7)

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In Lower and Upper Primary, it can be hard to find the time to give handwriting theattention it deserves. However, in terms of the consolidation of handwriting skills, these are very important years. During this time, students need support as they revise, practice and consolidate the joining skills necessary for writing in cursive, increase their fluency and legibility, and begin to develop their own personal style. Key Features information on the mechanics of writing specific teaching notes on all the different joins a troubleshooting chart to help you identify and remedy handwriting difficulties handwriting skills checklists to help you monitor student progress 31 blackline masters to help students consolidate and extend their handwriting skills. Plus a bonus Using Computers section that includes: clear teaching notes keyboard and posture diagrams 23 task cards for students easy-to-use computer skills checklists. Contents: Introduction The Mechanics of Writing Using the Targeting Handwriting Books in Your Handwriting Program A sample handwriting lesson The blackline masters in this book Handy hints for teaching Queensland Modern Cursive When a student is having difficulties When a student has learned a different handwriting style Using the handwriting skills checklists The Targeting Handwriting Years 4-7 Student Books Teaching Handwriting in Years 4-7 Basic movement patterns and printing Letters with exits and entries Joining notes for teachers Troubleshooting handwriting difficulties Handwriting skills checklist BLM —Years 4-5 Handwriting skills checklist BLM —Years 6-7 Blackline Masters Joining techniques Practising cursive script Printing and capitals Fluency and legibility Presentation ideas Developing a personal style Using Computers Featuring teaching tips, handy diagrams and task cards for students Target