This resource is the primary handwriting instructional book for this level of Abeka's K4 curriculum. Utilizing the full-color writing house, lower case letters and sound groupings of letters are introduced and practiced. Each perforated worksheet is double-sided. Although it's the lowercase letter strokes that are taught and practiced, both upper-and-lower case letters are shown. About halfway through the year, the student starts writing some words. Other activities include coloring, connect-the-dots, and sound matching. Four colorful and fun cut-out “awards" are in the back of the book. Lines are ¾" with dotted middles. 114 pgs.
Writing is one of the most important skills your child will use throughout his life. With this book he will develop the key foundational blocks for writing, while reinforcing some phonics concepts. Have your child practice correct formations of alphabets, blends, and 1-vowel words, while remembering how to pronounce them. Coloring projects are included for extra fun after the writing lesson has been completed. You may also use the motivation badges included in the front and back covers to reward your child's good writing or progress. Skip the hassle of tearing out the pages for each lesson and order the unbound version with loose leaf, shrink wrapped pages.
Abeka materials make it easy for you to encourage learning even as early as 2- and 3-year-olds. Lesson plans help tie everything together. The easy-to-follow guide includes 170 lessons. Usually, each covers 1-2 pages of the Curriculum/Lesson Plans. The lessons are easy to follow and designed to be covered in a comfortable 40-45 minutes.
Phonics and Reading – recognition of name, sound and picture of long and short vowels and consonants. Sounding of blends and one-and two-vowel words. Reading of sentences and stories with one-and two-vowel words.
Writing – You will have the choice of either cursive or manuscript formation of letters, blends, and words. Writing of first name.
Poetry – There will be 26 poems and finger plays committed to memory.
Language – Language development and listening skills that include color, words, shapes, animals, transportation, countries, community helpers, health, safety, manners, and science.
