Writing
We will have a writing time each day. This is a chance for students to begin sharing their thoughts on paper. Below is the process we will go through during writing time.
We will have a writing time each day. This is a chance for students to begin sharing their thoughts on paper. Below is the process we will go through during writing time.
- First, we will start by learning how to write names.
- Then, we will move on to writing letters Aa-Zz.
- We will also work on writing the kindergarten quick words during this time.
- From here, we will begin to sound out short words.
- When children are ready, they will begin forming sentences.
During open journal time, the students will write as best they can. They may use letters, words, sentences, or pictures. Words do not need to be spelled correctly as children are learning to sound-out and write. The main goal of journal time is for children to appreciate the chance to write or draw to show understanding and reflect.
Letter Writing
This letter formation chart uses print often called "ball and stick" writing. Students start at the top or middle of their page. They create either circles or lines to form all letters.
For example, to write lowercase 'a':
-start at the middle
-circle around
-draw a straight line on the side
This creates a ball (the circle) and a stick (the line). When we switch to letter 'g', all students have to do is adjust how they make the line. When they create a 'd', students have to make the ball first.
By having students start at the top/middle for each letter (rather than the bottom), they will also be writing in the same direction (left to right) to help avoid reversals and errors.