Progression in Handwriting

Video modelling of individual letters, joins and words created by real teachers making it more real and attainable than computer generated graphics. Extensive demonstrations supporting structured 15-minute daily handwriting sessions.

8 Levels divide the programme into chunks and 55 SETs create small steps of progress. Pupil tracker and adult guidance provided.

The main piece of equipment you need is a pen/pencil and a notebook!

Worksheets and activities to consolidate skills can be viewed online or printed. Additional, optional extras can be printed.

SESSION STRUCTURE

A five minute video guides you through how to structure a handwriting session.

The focus is on regular (preferably daily) of 15 minute sessions.

Children often find these sessions relaxing and very mindful as they devote full concentration to the task.

Most sessions include the production of both letter joins and whole words. This means that progress has a duality - a spotlight on specific joins alongside a broader light on the whole handwriting process.

Typically, in a session, children watch the video demonstration of the target letter join and then complete 5-8 careful formations. They evaluate and repeat if necessary. They then move on to watching the video of the 'challenge words', pausing the video to write out each word two or three times. At the end of a SET they complete a set of consolidation and challenge activities - most of these are directly written into an exercise book with options for printing extra activities to fill-in. Some sessions may be soley devoted to activities. At the end of a set, children evaluate and decide if they should repeat certain parts of the SET or move on to the next.

There is no requirement to have the facility to print, but there are materials which if printed will enhance the child's experience of the course.

The programme is based on significant research and follows the Department for Education (UK) guidance on handwriting. Handwriting is a functional skill and for children who have handwriting difficulties it can represent a significant barrier to progress. The course is an excellent support for children experiencing difficulties with handwriting. It is aimed at children aged 9-13, although older children may find it useful, particularly if their handwriting is hampering examination performance.

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