A structured, cumulative programme of skills teaching
How does Happy Handwriting support a modern curriculum?
Recognises that efficient, automatic letter generation contributes to the quality of what children write
Emphasises the importance of consistency and continuity
Based on a wide range of handwriting research from around the world
Meet the editor
“If children can’t generate letters automatically, it interferes with their ability to read and write.” – Dr Jane Medwell
Jane Medwell started her career as a teacher in schools in England and Wales, teaching across the age phases. Her interest in languages, early literacy and English led her into university teaching, and she is now an associate professor at the University of Nottingham, conducting research into handwriting and primary education.
Download your free Collins Handwriting font
As a Happy Handwriting school, you have free access to our simple, modern font for use on your computer to help you prepare materials or displays for your class. As well as cursive and non-cursive variations, you’ll also get our Dot and Arrow fonts, which use glyphs to emulate handwriting strokes.
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The Collins Handwriting font contains 90 characters: A-Z in both upper and lowercase, figures, basic mathematical symbols, essential punctuation and three alternative characters (o v w) with outstrokes. The font comprises five weights: Thin, Light, Regular, SemiBold and Bold.
Take a look at how the series can support you to build strong writing foundations with a clear plan for frequent and discrete handwriting teaching. Scan the QR code to find out more
Create an effective handwriting curriculum with direct, consistent practice that helps all children to become confident, fluent writers
Presentation slides are included in the downloadable files to support front-of-class and small group teaching
Each unit suggests varied activities to establish a writing routine and encourage regular practice
Develop the foundations of an accurate and efficient handwriting style with regular assessment opportunities
Each Teacher’s Guide includes notes on writing position and pen or pencil grip to encourage a fluent and confident writing style
Letter formation practices help you to boost automatic handwriting skills and to identify any children who are inconsistent in their letter formation
Simple hand preference tips are included for left-handed learners
Sample slide taken from Year 2, Unit 20 downloads
Sample slide taken from Year 2, Unit 20 downloads
Samples taken from Teacher’s Guide 5
Encourage a sense of achievement with write-in workbooks
Downloadable practice sheets are included for home learning
Activities are supported by ready-made PowerPoint slides to make lesson planning straightforward
Write-in practice books help children to track their progress and feel proud of how their writing has improved
Sample taken from Foundation Practice Book
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Teacher’s Guide 4
Teacher’s Guide 5
Teacher’s Guide 6
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