Garden: Tracing Lines

Today's focus is tracing lines. Sit at the same level as your child. Show them how to hold the pencil softly. Trace lightly first, then let them try on their own. Every mark counts. Praise the trying, not the tidiness.

• pencil
• paper

Trace each line slowly. Then try on your own.

Wiggle your fingers, then trace big circles in the air. Now we're ready to write.

1. 1

   Trace the word: cat

   Parent tip: Trace lightly with your finger first.
2. 2

   Trace the word: sun

   Parent tip: Say each letter sound as you trace.

1. 1

   Write the word: dog
2. 2

   Write the word: tree
3. 3

   Write the word: moon
4. 4

   Write the word: fish
5. 5

   Write the word: milk
6. 6

   Write the word: bed
7. 7

   Write the word: hat
8. 8

   Write the word: cup

What is one sentence you wrote today that you're proud of? Why?