{"product_id":"pre-writing-tracing-and-pencil-control-pack","title":"Pre-Writing Tracing and Pencil Control Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eHelp your child develop the control and coordination needed for early handwriting with this progressive tracing activity pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren practise following a variety of lines, shapes and patterns while building pencil control, visual tracking and hand-eye coordination. These important pre-writing skills prepare children for forming letters and numbers more confidently when formal handwriting begins in Kindergarten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included support video shares practical pencil-holding tips and demonstrates how parents can encourage a comfortable, functional grip without making the experience feel pressured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake it easier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with the simpler straight and curved lines. Offer a thicker marker or crayon that is easier for your child to hold and encourage slow, controlled movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour child can also trace the paths with their finger before using a drawing tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake it harder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProgress to patterns containing sharper turns, smaller movements and more detailed shapes. Encourage your child to remain close to the lines and complete each path using a continuous movement where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor reusable practice, laminate the pages or place them inside a plastic sleeve and use a whiteboard marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkills supported\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil control and accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable, functional pencil grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-eye coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection and pressure control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine motor strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-writing line and shape formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundations for writing letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you’ll receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn 11-page printable tracing pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA progression of lines, shapes and pre-writing patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivities with different levels of difficulty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA support video containing practical pencil-grip tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeas for making the activities easier or more challenging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you’ll need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted activity pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencils, crayons or markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional plastic sleeves or laminating materials for repeated use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Children approximately 3½–6 years old\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 printable PDF pages with online video access\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a digital product. No physical item will be posted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Preppies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67661657538812,"sku":"LP-350","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/7694\/1052\/files\/Tracing.png?v=1791363885","url":"https:\/\/littlepreppies.com\/products\/pre-writing-tracing-and-pencil-control-pack","provider":"Little Preppies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}