John Hancock and His Famous Signature Poster
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"John Hancock and His Famous Signature Poster" is written for 2nd Grade to 5th Grade (Ages 7-11). It also works a grade below or above: younger children can use it with an adult reading it aloud, and older ones as a quick refresher.
John Hancock poster for 2nd to 5th grade: four facts about his famous signature and why Handwriting Day is on his birthday, with a line to sign your name. Part of our National Handwriting Day holiday activities collection.
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How do I use this resource?
Read the facts together on January 23, then have each child sign their own big, bold John Hancock on the line.
What students will practice
- Gives 2nd to 5th grade students handwriting practice and a reason to write by hand, on John Hancock's birthday.
- Gives the class a poster to read together, point to and talk about.
- Made for 2nd to 5th grade, and prints on US Letter paper for a lesson, a center or home.
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FAQ
How do I use the John Hancock and His Famous Signature Poster?
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Read the facts together on January 23, then have each child sign their own big, bold John Hancock on the line.
What is the John Hancock and His Famous Signature Poster?
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A one-page poster with a quill and a big signature in John Hancock's style. Four facts: he was born January 23, 1737, in Massachusetts; he was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence in 1776; his signature is the biggest on it; and "Put your John Hancock here" means "Sign your name." It ends with a Sign your John Hancock here line.
Can I use the John Hancock and His Famous Signature Poster at home and in the classroom?
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Yes. We made it for 2nd Grade to 5th Grade holiday activities, and it works the same at home or at school. Families print it for one child and keep it where they will use it every day. Teachers print a copy per student or one for the whole room, whichever the day needs.
How many 2nd Grade to 5th Grade National Handwriting Day resources are there?
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1 printable resource, free to preview. There are 9 National Handwriting Day resources in all, from Preschool to 5th Grade, gathered on our National Handwriting Day activities page. Downloads are included with a ClassWeekly free trial, and every page prints on standard 8.5 x 11 paper.
What age are National Handwriting Day resources for?
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These are written for 2nd Grade to 5th Grade students, roughly ages 7-11. Many teachers also use them a grade up for review or a grade down as an extension, so use the preview to judge the fit for a particular child.
Can I use these National Handwriting Day resources for homeschool?
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Yes. Nothing here assumes a classroom of 25, so they work the same one-to-one at the kitchen table as they do in a 2nd Grade to 5th Grade classroom, a learning center, or a tutoring session.
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Resource Details
| Grade | 2nd Grade to 5th Grade |
| Subject | Resources |
| Topic | Holiday Activities |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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