Peppa Pig: Practise with Peppa: Wipe-Clean First Writing
Peppa Pig Series
What’s inside...
This book is designed to help young children develop their writing skills in a fun and engaging way. Featuring the beloved character Peppa Pig, the book includes various activities that encourage children to practice writing letters, words, and simple sentences. With wipe-clean pages, children can practice over and over again. The book also focuses on pen control, correct formation of letters, and includes help for left-handers. Children can trace over key handwriting patterns, form first numerals and letters in both lowercase and capital letters, before attempting some simple words. The book comes with a free pen and is perfect for young readers starting school. It serves as a follow-on title from 'Practise with Peppa: Wipe-Clean First Letters' and prepares for 'Practise with Peppa: Wipe-Clean First Words'.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What new words did you learn today from practicing your writing with Peppa?
How do you think Peppa felt when she learned how to write her name? Can you relate to that feeling?
Why do you think it's important for Peppa to practice writing?
What is your favorite part of the book and why?
Can you think of a fun writing game we can play together?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show genuine interest in the words or letters your child finds intriguing or challenging.
Share your own experiences with learning to write to create a deeper connection.
Praise effort, not just correctness, to encourage a positive learning environment.
Incorporate the child's interests into the writing practice to keep them engaged, like writing about their favorite animal or toy.
Use the book as a daily routine to create anticipation and build a habit of practice.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Foundational Writing Skills
Explanation: Through engaging activities and familiar characters, ‘Peppa Pig: Practise with Peppa: Wipe-Clean First Writing’ introduces children to basic writing strokes, shapes, and letters.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these foundational writing skills in everyday tasks like writing their names, creating simple lists, or expressing ideas through words.
Example Lesson: Hand-Eye Coordination
Explanation: The wipe-clean format allows children to practice their writing movements repetitively, enhancing coordination between their visual perception and hand movement.
Real-World Application: Improved hand-eye coordination can help children in other areas such as playing sports, engaging in art activities, and daily tasks like tying shoelaces or using utensils properly.
Example Lesson: Independence and Confidence
Explanation: The book encourages children to practice writing on their own with minimal supervision, fostering a sense of independence and building confidence in their abilities.
Real-World Application: This boost in independence and self-esteem can translate to greater initiative in homework, personal projects, and problem-solving in everyday situations.
Example Lesson: Following Instructions
Explanation: Each activity comes with simple instructions that children are guided to follow, promoting their ability to understand and adhere to guidelines.
Real-World Application: The ability to follow instructions is crucial in academic settings, during extracurricular activities, and in understanding everyday rules.
Example Lesson: Patience and Perseverance
Explanation: As children engage with the wipe-clean tasks, they learn the value of patience and the importance of perseverance when tasks are challenging.
Real-World Application: These traits are vital for long-term educational pursuits, personal hobbies, and overcoming everyday challenges.