Writing Development from Toddler to Preschooler
Learning how to write is a life skill that your child will use for the rest of their life. The development typically looks like this:
1-2 years: Scribbling
2-3 years: Copying vertical line, horizontal line, circles
3-4 years: Drawing circles when asked without a model
4-5 years: Copying a cross, square, right, and left diagonal lines, X shape, certain letters/numbers, first name, basic face (eyes, nose, mouth)
5-6 years: Name, copying upper/lowercase letters, draw a person with multiple body parts
Writing Activities for Preschoolers:
1. Sand Writing is a fun way to help your preschooler learn the correct movements that go with writing. Other options could be using (salt, candy sprinkles.) Kids really enjoy this activity and sensory exercise.
2. Finger painting is another option to practice their writing skills. You can draw the letters out on paper and have the children form the letters with their painted fingers. Any alternative is using the medium of shaving cream. Furthermore, Q-tip painting is another way for a child to practice writing by using their pincer grip.
3. Coloring Books: Let your child scribble and have fun with coloring books while encouraging them to stay within the lines.
All of these exercises will allow them to develop their fine motor skills. Fine motor skills involve using the small muscles in your wrists and hands to write.
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