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Jack and Jill Handwriting Patterns

Provision
Intervention
Teacher-led
Group work
An image of the Jack and Jill Handwriting Patterns Resource


An engaging activity that develops fine motor skills, this Jack and Jill handwriting patterns activity allows children to complete a variety of patterns within the theme of the nursery rhyme.

It covers the following objectives for children in reception:

Develop their small motor skills so that they can use a range of tools competently, safely and confidently. Suggested tools: pencils for drawing and writing, paintbrushes, scissors, knives, forks and spoons.


Curriculum Objectives

  • Hold a pencil effectively in preparation for fluent writing – using the tripod grip in almost all cases