How to Teach a Child the Alphabet
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How to Teach a Child the Alphabet
Introduction
Learning to write the alphabet is a task all beginning school-age children must undertake. Here's an approach parents may use to teach the basic steps to help the process move smoothly. Teaching a child the proper way to hold a pencil is the most important part of learning to write. Forming letters correctly and memorizing how to write the letters of the alphabet is the last step.
Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You'll Need
- Lined paper
- Pencil with eraser
Steps
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Step One
Teach your child to start recognizing the letters of the alphabet first. Review the alphabet to ensure he recognizes all letters before you begin teaching him to write.
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Step Two
Point at each letter and pretend to write the letter with your finger. Have your child do the same. Make sure you are beginning in the proper place.
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Step Three
Trace the letter at first with your child's finger and then with a pencil. Your child should hold the pencil properly between his thumb, pointer and index finger. Use tracing pages or letter practice sheets.
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Step Four
Have him write an individual letter. After tracing, the next step is to write each letter while looking at an example.
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Step Five
Help your child write the letters of the alphabet without any example. Give her time to think about forming the letter. Allow time to trace with her finger before actually writing the letter on paper.
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Step Six
Repeat the process for every letter of the alphabet. Take as much time as needed. Certain letters will obviously be easier to master. He will probably master the letter "O" quickly, while he may need a lot of practice for the letter "K."
Tips & Warnings
- Use lined paper so your child can understand letter proportions and proper formation. If you aren't sure where to begin each letter, check with your child's teacher or an educational resource.
- Set up a quiet work area for your child with little distraction.
- Add some fun games to the lessons that aren't necessarily focused on writing but instead on possible alphabet recognition.
- Take a break. A child's attention span is approximately 1 minute per year of her age. Don't expect them to stay focused for extended periods of time.
- Don't write on your child's paper. Use a separate piece of paper to show the correct way to form a letter. Avoid unconsciously teaching your child you're taking over his work.
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How to Teach a Child the Alphabet
Introduction
Teaching your child the alphabet can be a long process, but it can be fun and rewarding along the way. Between the ages of two and three years old, it's possible to start introducing the alphabet to your child. Be patient as children learn at a different pace. Don't be frustrated or worried if your child doesn't pick up the alphabet quickly, as it's not a precursor to successful reading skills down the line.
Instructions
Difficulty: Moderate
Steps
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Step One
Sing the alphabet song. Use the common melody to help your child learn the alphabet. Repeat it many times a day and encourage your child to attempt to repeat it. Remember to have fun with it and not to pressure your child into learning the song. Make it a part of your everyday routine to sing the alphabet song to your child.
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Step Two
Purchase an alphabet book that can help your child identify the different letters in the alphabet. Find a colorful book that keeps your child's attention. Once a day, go through the book and point out each letter in the alphabet. After enough repetition, ask your child if they know any of the letters as you go through the book.
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Step Three
Visit Babybumblebee.com and purchase their alphabet phonics DVD (See below). It has lessons performed by kids for kids. The goal of the DVD is to teach your child the alphabet. You can contact Babybumblebee.com by telephone at (888) 984-5500.
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Step Four
Play alphabet related games with your child. For example, point to an object and ask your child to tell you the first letter of the name of the object. Or if you are in a car, tell your child a letter and have them search for the letter as you drive. Remember that repetition is a key to teaching your child the alphabet.
Tips & Warnings
- Don't punish your child for not learning the alphabet fast enough. Children learn at their own speed.