In our MWF classes, we will be helping the children write their first name. We do not focus on proportion, using lined paper or obsess about proper letter formation. We do not want them to get burn out on writing before they reach kindergarten. This is one thing most children want to learn to do-write their own name. Here are a couple simple things you can do at home to help your child--
*Cover your child with an old t-shirt or paint smock. On a tray or cookie sheet, place chocolate or vanilla pudding on the tray/sheet. Have your child use their pointer finger to write their name in pudding! Start with just writing the first letter. When your child feels successful with first letter, begin to add others. Older siblings? Have them practice their spelling words in pudding. Do it before bedtime and you can call it their bedtime snack!
*Write your child name with a highlighter and have them trace the letters.
Remember make it fun. If your child is getting frustated, it's time to stop.
