What Is Raptor Kidz's Writing Readiness

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Writing readiness for little hands
Raptor Kidz writing readiness has the structure and focus of the writing topics in line with the textual content that makes every child progress step- by- step and acquire a strong foundation for writing. When the children begin writing at the pre-primary level, developing a strong letter, number awareness and writing skills that is poised to begin a lasting cycle of academic success requires proper approach. Correspondingly, Raptor writing readiness exercises in alphabet and numbers are carefully chosen to provide a rich learning and writing experience besides laying emphasis on repetition and logical application. Writing is no more a stress to the child with colouring and tracing, as they begin with these

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