Parent Tips for Learning to Write

Playful Ideas for Preschool and Elementary School

Learning to write begins long before children write their first words. Even during the preschool years, children develop important foundational skills such as fine motor skills, letter recognition and a love of language.

In our parent tips section, you’ll find practical exercises, playful ideas and helpful suggestions for learning at home. This way, you can support your child on their writing journey and help them prepare for school with confidence.

The following articles cover important topics related to letters, handwriting, pencil grip, school readiness and multisensory learning.

Vorschulkind übt das Schreiben von Buchstaben auf einem Arbeitsblatt
Mutter lernt mit ihrer Tochter Anlaute und erste Buchstaben-Laut-Verbindungen mithilfe von Buchstabenkarten am Tisch.

Learning Initial Sounds – How Children Discover the Connection Between Letters and Sounds

Learning initial sounds is one of the most important steps on the journey toward reading and writing. Long before children ...
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Pre-Writing Skills for Learning to Write – What Children Should Be Able to Do First

Pre-writing skills for learning to write begin developing long before children write their first letters. Many parents look forward to ...
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When Should My Child Learn to Write? – Finding the Right Time Without Pressure

Many parents eventually ask themselves: When should my child learn to write? While some children want to write their first ...
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Kindergarten Activities at Home – Learning Through Play Without Pressure

Many parents want to support their child before they start school. However, learning and practicing do not have to feel ...
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Improving Concentration in Preschoolers – 10 Simple Activities

Improving concentration in preschoolers is an important topic for many parents. With simple activities, children can playfully strengthen their attention ...
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Preschool Worksheets – Helpful or Not?

Preschool worksheets are part of school preparation for many families. They promise playful learning, first experiences with letters and numbers, ...
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Learn the ABC Through Play – 15 Fun Ideas for Home

Many children become interested in letters long before starting school. They discover written language in everyday life, recognize the first ...
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Tracing Letters – The Best Activities for Preschoolers

Many children become interested in letters during the preschool years and want to make their first attempts at writing. Before ...
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Learning with a Tablet – Opportunities and Risks for Preschoolers

Tablets have become a normal part of everyday family life. Many preschool children come into contact with digital devices early ...
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