Here is another pre-handwriting activity for your kiddo: Sandbox Writing.
I've seen this same idea (sandbox and cards) for alphabet writing, but I wanted something for Simon to help him practice basic handwriting strokes and shapes.
I created a set of 28 cards for him to use with the sandbox. You can snag your own set below. Be sure to laminate the cards for extra durability.
Download your FREE set of Sandbox Writing Cards
This is pure {pre-alphabet writing} fun!
For even more before handwriting ideas, browse my Pinterest board.
http://kreativeactivities.blogspot.com/2011/11/preprinting-skills.html
We used your cards – the kids loved this activity and did very well! Thanks for sharing!
In Waldorf education, this is called form drawing, and the patterns become more complex through the grades. A great way to intro this activity is to have the child use his body first and walk the forms, then watch you draw them. Then he writes them in the sand, and eventually into his book (in first grade).
These are great! I will use these in my writing center for Pre-K. The smily face is perfect because our writing curriculum uses a smily to show the kids where to start too!
I love this I have a 2 year old and going to try this and i want to also try it in my 21/2 year old class thanks