Handwriting at primary school
From the earliest stages of developing motor skills and forming letters to developing a confident, legible and personal style, handwriting remains a vital skill for children to learn and an important communication tool.
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Handwriting videos
Take a look at our free handwriting videos for tips on how to help your child improve their handwriting at home.
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Handwriting books
Nelson Handwriting books 1–6
The Nelson Handwriting programme supports handwriting skills throughout primary school. If your child’s school is using Nelson Handwriting, you can use these books at home to help them practise their handwriting skills.
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Starting to Write Age 3–4
This activity book will help your child to progress while having fun so they will quickly learn to develop pencil control and the correct letter formation.
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Starting to Write Letters Age 4–5
This activity book will help your child to progress while having fun so they will quickly learn to develop pencil control and the correct letter formation.
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Handwriting Age 5–6
This activity book will help your child to progress while having fun so they will quickly learn to develop pencil control and the correct letter formation.
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At Home With Handwriting 1
This fun activity workbook for 5–7-year-olds supports children as they learn how to establish a comfortable and efficient pencil grip, how to write correctly formed letters, and how to leave appropriate gaps between words. Includes lots of useful tips for parents.
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At Home With Handwriting 2
This fun activity workbook for 5–7-year-olds includes illustrated step-by-step activities that are simple enough for children to work through on their own, or equally perfect to do with a parent.
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