The process of learning to write is a long one, considering that it’s not just about knowing how to write letters or spell words. Well before children get to that stage there are other skills they need to develop so they’ll be ready. This podcast episode is all about why pre-writing skills are important and […]
10 Cutting Activities for Kids
Learning to use scissors is a tricky task for little hands, but it’s really excellent for developing strength and coordination. There are tons of ways to use recycled paper and magazines for cutting activities but for this post I’ve pulled together 10 free packs from around the ‘net that cover a range of skills levels. […]
Pre-Writing Skills: Essential for Early Learners
PLEASE NOTE: You can listen to this article in podcast format over here! Most research on early writing has focused on lower primary-aged children which means studies on younger children (from 2-5 years) are a little thin. One of the causes of this was the long-held philosophy that very young children would learn what they […]
Essential Pre-Writing Skills: I Can Trace Lines
Learning to write is a journey that is different for every child. Some learn with speed and confidence, others struggle over many years, while most are somewhere in the middle. The speed is not important as long as a child is able to progress from one skill to another, growing in confidence as they […]