Ten rows of handwriting lines, each starting with a solid G to copy, followed by dotted copies to trace. How to form it: Make a big C, then a short line in from the right at the middle. Say goat, grapes and gift together and listen for the sound of g at the start.

Check the pencil grip first: between the thumb and the first finger, resting on the middle finger, held loosely. Small hands tire quickly, so stop after a row or two if the strokes get shaky and come back later.