Ten rows of handwriting lines, each starting with a solid J to copy, followed by dotted copies to trace. How to form it: Pull down from the top and hook to the left at the bottom, then add a short line across the top. Say jam, jellyfish and juice together and listen for the sound of j 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.