How can I use the HWT program for a left-handed student?
All of our student editions are left-hand friendly!
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Your paper uses double lines. Our school uses three lines. Will this lead to confusion?
The average classroom uses multiple styles of paper and we want to teach students how to write on all of them.
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Your program emphasizes a vertical style of cursive. Will students still be able to develop their own style?
Teaching a vertical style allows cursive instruction to be accessible for left and right-handed students.
What is the typical length of a HWT lesson?
The typical lesson length is 10-15 minutes.
How can I help my students with their grip?
Small tools, such as little crayons, pieces of chalk, and golf-size pencils are perfect for little hands
Why are the pages in the My First School Book in black & white instead of color?
We purposefully designed the pages with black and white images to promote fine motor development and creativity through crayon coloring.
Why are capitals taught first?
Capital letters are easy! All capitals start at the top, occupy the same vertical space, and are formed with simple lines and curves.
Why aren’t the letters in ABC order?
We recommend teaching letters in a developmental order