Now, you guys are probably wondering right now when is the best time to teach your child how to write their name... Most names are not phonetic, but that doesn’t mean you need to wait later in your child’s reading development to teach them how to spell and write their name. In fact, you should do this early on as a confidence booster and a great introduction into proper writing skills. There are many resources you can find on the web or in teacher’s supply stores that contain writing hand-outs where you can copy letter worksheets and have your child practice them to learn and/or reinforce their skills. Just make sure that the style of writing you teach your children is the same as what they are learning in school. Most schools teach denelian style letters, but be sure to check with your child’s teacher first.
Have them complete the entire alphabet over time and don’t be afraid to have them do it over and over again in order for them to learn really learn how to properly write letters. In today’s world with computers and text messaging dominating the written word, good handwriting is becoming a thing of the past. So while it’s important that your child have good computer skills, it’s also important that you give them a solid foundation for their handwriting skills. So make it easy and start with name writing! Once they learn how to write their name on their own you can have them write it on the cover of all their phonics books that they compile their word lists intoJ Before you know it, they’ll want to write their name at every given opportunity!
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