Author(s): Tricia Dearborn & Stephen Michael King

Handwriting

Targeting Handwriting WA Year 6 Student Book contains:

• r evision


• print script


• hints for fluent and legible writ ing


• developing your own style


• presentation ideas

Handwriting is one of the most crucial skills students will dev elop in primary school. Targeting Handwriting covers the handwriting cur riculum in a clear and structured way, with content linked to Western Au stralian Strand Outcome Statements. To be competent writers, students' h andwriting needs to be fluent and legible. Regular practice, three to fo ur times a week in fine motor skills and in letter formation will ensure the development of good handwriting habits.