Handwriting & Transcription

Letter formation, pencil grip and getting words down — 5 skills across 6 years. Every skill below shows what it builds on and how to tell your child has it.

English5 skillsages 4–10

Grouped by the age children typically start each skill. Ages are typical, not deadlines — follow your child’s pace.

Around age 4

Sitting and holding a pencilages 4–6AC ✓

Around age 5

Forming Capital Lettersages 5–6AC ✓ Letter Formation Familiesages 5–6AC ✓ Writing digits 0-9ages 5–6

Around age 6

Joining Lettersages 6–10AC ✓

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