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| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Handwriting |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 1 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Handwriting
Year 1 / Grade 1
English
20 students
30 minutes
The lesson aligns with national curriculum standards for early writing skills and fine motor development.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 mins | Introduce the topic of handwriting. Discuss the importance of neat writing and how it helps communicate ideas. Show examples of well-written letters. |
| 2 | Demonstration | 5 mins | Demonstrate proper letter formation on the whiteboard. Highlight key points such as starting and stopping points, letter height, and spacing. |
| 3 | Guided Practice | 10 mins | Hand out worksheets. Students will trace letters following the model. Circulate the room to offer support and ensure correct technique. |
| 4 | Independent Practice | 5 mins | Students practice writing letters independently on the worksheet. Encourage students to focus on proper formation and spacing without rushing. |
| 5 | Review & Feedback | 5 mins | Collect worksheets without calling on students to present them. Provide individual feedback as you walk around. Summarize key points about handwriting and address any common mistakes noticed. |
Assign students to practice writing five letters of their choice on a blank sheet of paper. Remind them to focus on neatness and proper letter formation. Collect the homework in the next class for review without requiring students to present it.