About this sheet
- Type
- Pre-Writing
- Theme
- Straight & Zigzag
- Suggested age
- Ages 3-5
- Contents
- A4, 1 page
- Printing
- Black & white is fine
What it practises
Pencil control before letters: straight lines, curves and loops that build the movements handwriting is made of.
Tip for grown-ups
A short fat pencil or a crayon is easier to hold than a standard pencil at this stage. Aim for a few minutes, not a full page.