Why Learning to Form Letters Is So Important for Your Child
The Connection Between Writing and Reading
When your child learns to write, they also build the foundation for reading. Writing and reading are deeply connected through patterns that strengthen literacy:
- Top to Bottom: Writing letters starts from the top and moves downward, mirroring the way children read from the top of a page down.
- Left to Right: Forming letters in words follows the same left-to-right pattern used when reading sentences in books.
Building Muscle Memory for Learning
As your child practices forming letters, the precise movements are stored in their motor memory. This helps them recall letter shapes more easily, improving both writing and reading skills. Writing and reading work together through the same memory processes, making this link crucial for literacy development.
Handwriting Styles in Australia
Did you know there are five different handwriting styles taught in Australian schools? Each state and territory has its own approved font. Learn more in our blog: Australian Handwriting Explained.
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