Every letter your child will write begins with eight shapes. The sequence is backed by decades of research, but the ages at which each shape appears vary widely for every child. Here is what the evidence actually shows, why simple drawings do not mean low ability, and how to support your child’s mark-making development without pressure.
The government’s Writing Framework in plain English. Six key changes for every age group, from reception to secondary — what parents and teachers actually need to know.
The surprising cognitive milestone hidden in your child’s earliest marks — and why it matters for everything that comes next.
The early years shape everything that follows. By the age of five, ninety per cent of a child’s brain development has already happened. How that time is spent – the experiences, the interactions, the opportunities to explore – lays the foundation for learning, relationships and resilience. For parents navigating the early years, the choices can … Read more
Did you know that one of the most important tools for success is a good pencil/pen grip? It increases the speed and fluency of writing. Furthermore, research has shown the greater the quantity of work produced, the better the quality. Most children are taught the dynamic tripod grip when they start school – pencil held … Read more