Here are the links so you can see a visual of the early writing stages and understand how development plays the BIGGEST role and it should. Teaching pre formal skills is developmental. We need to take a developmental approach in the younger years and not rush any formal learning. Keep in mind rushing could be detrimental to their tiny muscles in their hands and bodies. Play learning is key to learning how to write all the way to adult. ►Teaching Handwriting When Homeschooling the Early Years Part 1 tinasdynamichomeschoolplus.com/teaching-handwriting-when-homeschooling-the-early-years-part-1/ ►Teaching Handwriting When Homeschooling the Early Years Part 2 tinasdynamichomeschoolplus.com/teaching-handwriting-when-homeschooling-the-early-years-part-2/ ►Teaching Handwriting When Homeschooling the Early Years Part 3 tinasdynamichomeschoolplus.com/teaching-handwriting-when-homeschooling-the-early-years-part-3/ ►And here is the link for the crayon rocks which are super fun and sooooo very helpful. This is an Amazon affiliate link. Thank you for buying from me :-). I value your trust and loyalty! Here is the description of this fabulous tool for the littlest learners. (Crayon Rocks, Crayons in a Rock Shape, 32 Count, Tripod Grip Made for Handwriting Development in Kids and Toddlers, Fun & Educational, Creative Activity, Comes in a Muslin Bag - 32 Colors) amzn.to/324Rbiw