As well as continuing to give students two pages of tracing, tracking and independent writing exercises for each letter the Targeting Handwriting Year 1 StudentBook also features:

• lower and upper-case letters in words
• patterning exercises to reinforce basic letter shapes
• two pages of tracing, tracking and independent writing exercises for each letter
• alternative formation for some upper-case letters to assist left-handed students
• a seahorse character highlights the placement of letters within lines
• students trace and write their own letters within lines and also trace and copy simple sentences
• punctuation.
• numerals 1-10
• handy student reference for pencil grip and paper position is included on the inside back cover
• fun and colourful alphabet is included on the back cover

Handwriting is one of the most crucial skills students will develop in primary school. Targeting Handwriting covers the handwriting curriculum in a clear and structured way, with content linked to Western Australian Strand Outcome Statements. To be competent writers, students' handwriting needs to be fluent and legible. Regular practice, three to four times a week in fine motor skills and in letter formation will ensure the development of good handwriting habits.

Author: Jane Pinsker

Author: Susan Young