The basic shapes of the letters as an aid: the tactile ABC
Once the basic shapes and characteristics of the letters have been internalized, the foundation for legible, automated handwriting is laid. Through playful exercises in which children learn to internalize the shapes of letters, legible handwriting is promoted. For the tactile ABC game from our video, children first draw individual letters of the ABC on different materials. The letters can be placed and traced from the five basic letter shapes. Materials that work well include sandpaper, cardboard, and fabric. The letters are then cut out. In this way, the children get to grips with the letter shapes before the actual game begins. Now the finished tactile ABC is covered with a cloth and the children take turns selecting, feeling and naming the letters underneath. Then the children show their letter to all the other players. Is the answer correct? If yes, how was the letter recognized, if no, how can it be recognized next time? The shapes of the letters are internalized very well through the use of the senses and are memorized. This helps with writing!