In Nursery we use a programme called Squiggle Whilst you Wiggle to support gross motor skills in preparation for mark making and writing. This week we have been learning ‘The Hump’. We danced along to a golden oldie, Mmm Bop by Hansen as we created the hump shape using flipper flappers.

This learning eagerly continued outdoor and on our smart board as the children using, chalks, paintbrushes and water and electronic pens on the board to recreate this shape.

This learning has been extended for some children to support development in fine motor strength and name writing. Mrs Bakhtari had lots of fun doing the Dough this week using playdoh and we have some fabulous children who are now beginning to write their names also. Can you help at home by encouraging the children to have a go at writing their name in birthday cards or letters to friends?