Starter quiz
- True or false? Capital letters and lower case letters can be formed in a similar or different way. Write either 'true' or 'false' in the answer box.
- True ✓
- False
- Where do capital letters sit?
- between the baseline and the x-height line
- between the baseline and the ascender line ✓
- between the baseline and the descender line
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- Select the correct formation of the capital letter 'm'.
- Select the correct formation of the capital letter 'n'.
- Select the correct formation of the capital letter 'w'.
- Select the correct formation of the capital letter 'v'.
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Lesson Details
Key learning points
- The capital letters B, D, P and R all start at the top tramline.
- The capital letters B, D, P and R all go straight down and back up and around.
- The capital letters are formed by one continuous movement and you do not need to lift your pencil.
Common misconception
Sometimes these letters get reversed.
Emphasise the starting position and direction for each letter. You could use 'landmarks' in your classroom, such as "Start by the window."
Keywords
Continuous movement - the smooth movement made when writing without lifting the pencil from the paper
Vertical line - a straight line that goes up and down
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