| The Targeting Handwriting series is the only handwriting program that supports teachers with a resource book for each year in Lower Primary - Prep, Year 1 and Year 2. Years 3-6 are combined into one teacher resource book. The books provide information regarding stages of development and common problems relevant to the age group.
Features include: - Information on the mechanics of writing, e.g. posture, pencil grip and paper position - Templates of fun props to make for demonstrating handwriting patterns - Over 100 worksheets for extra practice of each letter - Ideas for lesson warm-ups - Hints for the reintroduction and consolidation of letter formation - Activities that focus on placement of letters within lines - A seahorse character to highlight positioning of letters within lines - Left-handed alternatives for some upper-case letters - Numeral and number word practice worksheets - Word games and puzzle activities that incorporate handwriting practice - Bonus 'Using Computers' section fully linked to the Writing Outcomes. These section features task cards for students, keyboard and posture diagrams, and easy-to-use computer skills and teaching notes. |