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Name tracing
Type in a name using a computer or on-screen keyboard and select the tick. Watch the demonstration and then trace over the name in the box below.
Teaching tips:
Use this activity to practise name writing and letter formation.
Activity settings can be adjusted to suit different abilities and support progression. Mode 1: 'Copy name with help' keeps the cursor locked to the guideline. Mode 2: 'Copy name' displays a guideline but allows independent movement of the cursor. Mode 3: 'Full-screen freestyle' allows full use of the screen.
To choose change letter style, enter the activity in Teacher mode and go to 'Class phonics settings'.
Also see, Line tracing and Alphabet tracing for further fine motor skill and handwriting practise.
Printable PDFs: Alphabet tracing: Precursive worksheets and Alphabet tracing: Cursive worksheets. To create your own, go to the Resource maker > Spelling and handwriting.
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