Kindergarten Handwriting for Young Catholics

Handwriting K for Young Catholics - New Second Edition offers a comprehensive introduction to handwriting skills tailored for kindergarten students. Developed as the first book in the Handwriting for Young Catholic Series, its primary focus is on enhancing fine motor skills through the correct formation of lowercase manuscript letters and basic numerals. While capital letters are introduced, emphasis is placed on reinforcing recognition and formation of lowercase letters, pivotal for early reading proficiency.

Aligned with speech development milestones, the curriculum begins with consonants followed by vowels, mirroring the sequence in Phonics K for Young Catholics. This synchronization allows for seamless integration between both books, though each can be utilized independently.

Key topics covered include stroke refinement of down-strike lines, backward circles, forward circles, forward lines, slant-stroke lines, and the use of these techniques in drawing all of the capital and lowercase letters, and also numerals.  refining stroke techniques such as down-strokes, circles, lines, and slant-strokes, essential for mastering both uppercase and lowercase letters, as well as numerals. The use of Zaner-Bloser stroke descriptions ensures clarity and consistency throughout, supported by vibrant full-color illustrations.

Perfect for early education settings, Handwriting K for Young Catholics instills foundational handwriting skills essential for academic success. Updated in 2021, this second edition is presented in a convenient 11 x 8.5-inch softcover format spanning 205 pages, featuring red baseline, broken midline pages to aid in developing proper letter sizing and spacing.

Also available is Seton produced lined paper for extra penmanship practice. 7/8 inch rule, with red baseline and broken midline to match the instruction in the Handwriting K for Young Catholics workbook. 8.5 x 11 inches. 100 three hole punched pages.