KS2 English Handwriting - Book 2
#2 in KS2 English Handwriting Series
What’s inside...
This book provides comprehensive handwriting practice for pupils aged 7-11, aiming to achieve Level 4 in Handwriting for KS2 English. Building on CGP's Level 3 Handwriting book (9781841461977), it offers extensive exercises for practicing joined-up writing with every letter of the alphabet and includes space for setting individual targets. The workbook is ideal for monitoring progress and preparing for KS2 end-of-year tests, offering essential practice in key handwriting skills necessary for academic success in Year 4.
Discussion points
What was the most challenging part of handwriting practice you encountered in this book?
Can you tell me about a time when improving your handwriting helped you in another area of your studies?
How do you feel your handwriting has changed after using this book?
What are some of the key tips you learned from this book that you think will help you in the future?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting a discussion with your child, take a moment to flip through the book together and point out sections that might have been particularly challenging or rewarding for them.
Use a sample of your child’s handwriting from before and after they started the book to create a visual representation of their progress, making the conversation more concrete and encouraging for your child.
Encourage your child to demonstrate the handwriting skills acquired, perhaps by writing a thank-you note or a short story, making the practice applicable to real-life scenarios.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Persistence and Practice
Explanation: Through interactive exercises and consistent practice prompts, the book reinforces the value of persistence in mastering handwriting skills.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of regular practice and perseverance, which are applicable in learning new skills and achieving personal goals.
Example Lesson: Attention to Detail
Explanation: This book emphasizes the importance of forming letters correctly, which teaches children to pay attention to the small but important details.
Real-World Application: This skill helps children in their academic work and in tasks that require precision and a careful approach.
Example Lesson: Confidence Building
Explanation: As children improve their handwriting, they gain confidence in their abilities, which is encouraged throughout the workbook.
Real-World Application: Enhanced self-esteem can motivate children to take on new challenges and engage more fully in their educational journey.
Example Lesson: Following Instructions
Explanation: The exercises in the book require children to read and follow specific instructions for each task, improving their ability to understand and act on directions.
Real-World Application: This ability is crucial in academic settings and helps in building good habits for following procedures and guidelines in daily activities.
Example Lesson: Motor Skill Development
Explanation: Practicing handwriting contributes to the development of fine motor skills through the precise movements required to form letters.
Real-World Application: Improved motor skills can aid in other activities that require hand-eye coordination, such as playing an instrument or participating in sports.