The Targeting Handwriting NSW Year 2 Student Book contains all the fe atures of the K and 1 books plus: tracing and copying of wo rds that have a common phonic element or words commonly found in Year 2 spelling lists students trace and copy sentences numer als, number words and punctuation integrated into handwriting exercises more emphasis on practice and the seahorse character is feature d on some sets of lines only, the scaffolding slowly being removed. Handwriting is one of the most crucial skills students will de velop in primary school. Targeting Handwriting covers the handwriting cu rriculum in a clear and structured way, with content directly linked to NSW syllabus outcomes. Writing is a vital, compelling form of communicat ion. Children need to write every day, for a variety of purposes and for a variety of audiences. To be competent writers, their handwriting need s to be fluent and legible. The teaching of handwriting is an essential part of the writing curriculum.