Sky Writing (aka "invisible writing")
Keep arm stiff and extend index and middle fingers. Make lines, circles, slants, pushes and other strokes in the air.
Note! The adult will need to reverse movements if doing it in front of the class.
Air Writing (Lisa Callis)
Go from large to small as you practice air writing letters, numerals, shapes, etc. It's an interesting way to get children to repeat a skill.
1st Stick out one arm and write with your finger.
2nd Hold your shoulder with the opposite hand as you write with one finger.
3rd Hold your elbow and write.
4th Hold your wrist and write.
5th Hold finger and write.
Tummy Writing
Have children lie on their tummies and extend their index finger above their head. Practice making shapes, letters, etc. on the floor. (This technique will help children start writing “at the top.”)
Body Parts
Let children suggest different body parts, such as elbows, noses, toes, etc. to write with.
Palm Pilot
Hold up one palm. Write on it with the index finger from the other hand. Be sure and “erase” in between letters!
