Ready to Write...
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LET THEM SCRIBBLE!
LET THEM DRAW! LET THEM PRETEND! LET THEM WRITE! Young children move through a series of stages as they are learning to write. The stages show what they are learning around them including letters, sounds, words, and sentences... Phases of Writing
http://www.readingrockets.org/article/how-writing-develops |
Encouraging early writing skills at home
It’s easy (and fun!) to practice writing with your child throughout the day. Here are some activities to try:
Read More Great Tricks and Tips for Writing Development at: http://www.readingrockets.org/article/launching-young-writers |
What's in the TOY BOX?
Check out these great toys and activities for building hand (fine motor) skills! Playdough Legos and small construction Magnadoodles strings and beads/cereal cloths pins sidewalk chalk bathtub crayons shaving cream, pudding, salt Qtip painting tongs, tweezers, eye droppers pegboard toys More fine motor development fun: http://teachingmama.org/prewriting-activities-for-preschoolers/ There's also an APP for THAT!
Kids love this Ipad App for learning letter formations! Letter School http://www.letterschool.com/ |