Big A, little a. What begins with A?

This week we will be learning all about the letter A.  We will be spending a lot of time learning how to write this letter.

Some suggestions for home to build the strength in your child's fine motor skills so we can hold the pencil and scissors with ease:

• Playing with clay (clay is tougher than Play-doh)
• Using chopsticks or tweezers
• Stringing beads
• Peeling off stickers (make a sticker book) 
• Practice buttoning and zipping jackets and pants

If you notice that your child is not holding the pencil with a pincer grip, try using a golf pencil (the really small ones).  Another suggestion, roll up a tissue.  Tuck the tissue under your pinky and ring finger.  This leaves your other three fingers free to hold the pencil, while cushioning your other two fingers.

Alphabet Links:
Bembo's Zoo
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