Prepare a series of white cards about 2 X 3 inches, larger for larger
groups, on which are painted the letters of the alphabet in large black
type.
For this test select a convenient spot, such as the mantel, window
sill, or table edge, and place six letters upright and side by side,
but do not have the letters spell a word.
Each child should be supplied with paper and pencil. All should hold
the pencil above their heads. Upon a signal allow the children a
five-second glance at the letters. When the five seconds have elapsed
give the command "Write," at which each child will write the letters
in proper sequence. When they have had ten seconds in which to write,
give the command "stop." During the time for writing the letters the
cards should be covered. Now the cover can be removed and each allowed
to check the result.
Begin with the arrangement of about six letters and gradually increase
the number and complexity of arrangement so as always to give the child
something to strive for.
=Only that which requires effort results in growth. Those things
for which we strive are of most value to us.=