kimmyandgracie Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 I have a dd4 (almost 5) who is writing may of her letters on unlined paper and I would like to try to start her on some handwriting work. I have noticed that there are several websites where I could print out handwriting worksheets for free and even to make ones that are customized. I am wondering if these worksheets will be enough or if I should also get her a formal handwriting program in addition to this. Is it beneficial enough to be worth the extra cost and time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hose Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 If you already know what type of handwriting you will have her do, I would suggest getting a book. They are not very expensive. I like Handwriting Without Tears, but you have several curriculums from which to choose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alice Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 We are liking Handwriting Without Tears. I didn't buy any of the manipulatives (slate board, wood pieces, etc) and it's working fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kim in ks Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 I love the copywork from WESTVON it ties in w/ your history or science http://www.thehomeschoolshop.com/sh-happyscribe.htm kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosemomma Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 For preK - I used the worksheets from www.donnayoung.org for my oldest. I out the printed out sheets into sheet protectors and used dry erase markers. Once he could copy the sheets easily then I got a dry erase board by expo from Staples with penmanship lines on it. Each day, I would write one letter and talk about how to form the letter. Then, he would copy the letter 5 times on the board. I didn't start a "formal" penmanship program until mid kindergarten. By then, he had fairly good fine motor control and we breeze through the program. Jill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyR Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 I've used worksheets online and I've used books . I try not to print out stuff from the computer too much since ink is about as expensive ( if not more ) then gas !!! LOL. Its much less expensive to just buy a handwriting book . I've used HWT's . But am finding when my daughter's write I don't care much for the style at all . I used it because they had a tough time in the beginning with handwriting and needed something to get them going and it helped. They are doing well now but I'm finding that I want to switch to something better on the eyes ( at least for me :>) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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