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Dear Parents/Care givers,
Throughout the year in Pre-Primary, we encourage pre-writing skills and the development of an appropriate pencil grip. These are vital skills that are the predecessors for formal writing, which we will be commencing later this term.
In order to develop an appropriate pencil grip, children need to
reinforce fine motor skills and strengthen their hand muscles. If you notice your child holding their pencil incorrectly, ask them, “How do we hold our pencil?”. It is much harder to change a bad habit once it has been reinforced, so please help your child to get it right. I have attached a copy of correct and incorrect pencil grips to assist you.
A childs’ posture is also very important when writing. I have also attached some information to assist you when monitoring your child's posture during writing activities at home.
These skills are being reinforced at school and with your help and guidance at home, your child should soon develop an instinctual
appropriate pencil grip.
I hope this information helps you to assist your child and wishing you happy writing.
Gemma Beale