Emergent Writing in Preschool
January 5, 2024
Emergent writing describes children’s first attempts at writing, and this can look like anything from scribbles, lines, and pictures, to letter-like shapes. Researchers note that children as young as two begin to imitate writing by drawing or making symbolic marks. As children progress in their learning, they gradually understand that writing serves the purpose of communicating. Early childhood educators play an important role in helping children develop their writing skills.
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