How Handwriting Will Help Your Child To Read

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 learning to read. Writing and reading are deeply connected through similar patterns:

• Top to Bottom: Writing letters starts from the top and moves downward, mirroring the way children read from the top of the page down.
• Left to Right: Forming letters in words follows the same left-to-right pattern used when reading sentences in a book.

Building Muscle Memory for Learning

As your child practices forming letters, the movements needed to create each letter are stored in their memory, just like the physical movements for sitting or standing. This motor memory helps children recall how letters are shaped, making it easier to identify and read them on a page.

Writing and reading work together by using the same memory processes to absorb, analyze, and understand information. This link is crucial for your child’s literacy development.

Handwriting Styles in Australia

Did you know there are five different handwriting styles used in Australian schools? Learn more in our blog: Aussie Kids Write Five Different Ways.

Support Your Child’s Handwriting Journey

At Writeboards, we understand how important it is for your child to learn to form their letters correctly. That’s why our handwriting worksheets come with a 100% money-back guarantee, ensuring accuracy and quality you can trust.

Check Out Our Worksheets for Australian Children Here.

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