also known as quotation marks, are punctuation marks used to indicate the beginning and end of direct speech or a quotation

a word, phrase, or sentence that is taken directly from someone's speech or writing and is presented within quotation marks to indicate it as someone else's words

the amount of space between individual letters in a word

Practising handwriting with some famous quotations

English

In 'Building handwriting fluency through speed, choices and writing dialogue', pupils developed their handwriting speed and use of writing implements suited to different tasks.  In this unit, pupils develop their handwriting fluency, focusing on handwriting conventions associated with particular written tasks. 

In this unit, pupils practise note-taking and choose between pen or pencil for different tasks. They write famous quotations in cursive and learn different techniques to write with emphasis. Pupils also learn which type of handwriting is most appropriate for a given task or purpose.

Building fluency with note taking, choice, quotations and emphasis

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Risk assessment required - physical activity

What is the main purpose of using cursive handwriting?

Which part of a letter extends below the baseline in cursive writing?

What is the importance of spacing between words and letters in handwriting?

Select the cursive letter joins used in this word.

Which cursive letter joins would you use to join the letter o to the letter l?

Which cursive letter joins would you use to write the word 'fire'?

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - physical activity

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Practising handwriting with some famous quotations

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.