Handwriting Without Tears (My Printing Book, Yellow)

Handwriting Without Tears: My Printing Book (the yellow level) is a flagship workbook for early-elementary students learning to print capital and lowercase letters. Using developmentally friendly stroke patterns, double lines instead of narrow ones, and plenty of white space, it helps kids focus on letter formation without getting overwhelmed. Developed by occupational therapist Jan Olsen and her team, the program is known for its multisensory approach: teachers and parents often pair the workbook with wood pieces, chalkboards, and air-writing to reinforce muscle memory. Families appreciate the short, purposeful pages that can be completed in just a few minutes, making it easy to add handwriting to a daily routine. The workbook is a modest cost, but if you also buy manipulatives and teacher guides, investment can grow—still often less than therapy sessions. Keep practice positive and brief, praising effort and good grip rather than perfect penmanship.