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Inclusion: Dance Write - In shape
Nursery World,
12 July 2007
Children involved in a unique programme practise handwriting with their whole bodies and feel readier to put pen to paper. Jackie Cosh investigates.
Having children lie on the floor making wave-like movements or pretending to be robots may not appear an obvious way to practise handwriting skills. But at Hazelbury Infant School in Edmonton, London, the technique is proving both effective and inspirational. Practitioners say that the Dance Write programme is being enjoyed by all children, including those with special educational needs and physical disabilities, and is recognised as an inclusive approach to engaging all children in handwriting. Co-ordinated by...
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