Calligraphy and Decorative Writing
To develop advanced pencil control and creative expression through decorative letter writing.
- Framework: EYFS
- Unit: EYFS Physical Development
- Learning area: Physical Development
- Level: EYFS Reception
Objectives
- Controls pencil pressure deliberately
- Creates varied lettering styles
- Uses different writing tools effectively
- Shows advanced pencil control
Materials
- Calligraphy pens (child-safe)
- Brush pens
- Felt tips in various thicknesses
- Practice paper
- Alphabet style sheets
Instructions
EXPLORING DIFFERENT TOOLS: 'This pen makes thin lines when you press lightly, thick lines when you press hard. Try it!' Different tools develop different control.
SHOWING DECORATIVE STYLES: 'Write your name in bubble letters! Now try tall, thin letters! What about wiggly letters?' Creative writing develops motor flexibility.
PRACTISING PRESSURE CONTROL: 'Press hard for thick. Press gently for thin. Can you make your letter start thick and end thin?' Pressure control is an advanced motor skill.
CREATING PURPOSEFUL PIECES: 'Write a beautiful card for someone special!' 'Make a poster for our classroom!' Authentic purposes motivate careful work.