The focus in Targeting Handwriting Year 4 Student Bookis on consolida tion of joining skills, plus:

• speed loops
• printing for labelling
• students begin to assess their own letter size a nd spacing, spacing between words and slope

Handwriting is one of the most crucial skills students will develop in primary school. Targeting Handwriting covers the handwriting curriculum in a clear and structured way, with content linked to Western Australian Strand Outcome Statements. To be competent writers, students' handwriting needs to be fluent and legible. Regular practice, three to four times a week in fine motor skills and in letter formation will ensure the development of goo d handwriting habits.