And then there’s holding a pencil ... Many are also able to hold a pencil. “These kids definitely went to preschool,” she said. “Definitely, this is the first year it’s starting to ...

Children in Reception class ... ensure they are taught correct pencil grip and how to sit correctly at a table attach greater importance to the teaching of numbers and counting, recognising ...

We were all taught to hold the ... behind holding pens or pencils in different ways. She says research suggests practicing ...