Holding the pencil, and the first letters: l i t
Teacher edition · Grade 1 · Lesson 1 ·
Unit 0 · handwriting
Writing Book 1 · sheet 40
Pinch it, rest it, point it back — then write with it.
2. Your turn
Trace then copy a row of each: l, i, t. Stop halfway and re-check your grip.
Below is what a full, correct answer looks like. Children's wording will differ and should — mark the thing this lesson taught, not everything at once.
Show me your pinch, then your best l.model — accept any answer that does the same job
3. Before you finish
Show me your pinch, then your best l.
Watch forA child who grips tightly is usually working too hard, not being careless. Loosen the hand before correcting the letters.