# 123s ABCs Preschool Learn HWOTP Kids Handwriting

> Preschool handwriting practice for letters, numbers, and shapes with audio. (iPhone/iPad app by TeachersParadise.com, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/123s-abcs-preschool-learn-hwotp-kids-handwriting/id1022503802 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TeachersParadise.com, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/879223020)
- Category: Games, Education, Family
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 256 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-08-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/123s-abcs-preschool-learn-hwotp-kids-handwriting/id1022503802/reviews.md

## What is 123s ABCs Preschool Learn HWOTP Kids Handwriting?

Over 150,000 downloads worldwide!

Handwriting practice for kids to learn their 123s & ABCs Print/Manuscript Style.
Practice the Handwriting Without Tears® handwriting style with ease. Trace the letter, hear the letter. Shake to erase & try again!

Finger Tracing Flashcards™ are a great learning tool for practicing the proper Handwriting Without Tears® Print Style handwriting method.

Our handwriting apps are not endorsed by any workbook publishers. Our handwriting apps are intended to be a supplement to publisher's workbooks.

(Does not test for accuracy)

FEATURES:
26 uppercase letters handwriting practice activities
26 lowercase letters handwriting practice worksheets
0-9 numbers
Fun shapes
Multiple thickness
Free Ad-supported version.
Language/Speech and Sounds: US English
Age Level: 1+
Title: 123s ABCs Preschool Learn HWOTP Kids Handwriting
Copyright 2011 TeachersParadise.com, Inc.

*Handwriting Without Tears is a registered trademarked of Jan Z. Olsen.

## Key features

- Uppercase letter tracing
- Lowercase letter tracing
- Number tracing (0-9)
- Shape tracing
- Audio feedback for letters
- Shake to erase functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/123s-abcs-preschool-learn-hwotp-kids-handwriting/id1022503802/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Dead spots

*2025-02-19, version 2.0*

Dead spots in the blank spots to self write in

### 3/5 — Shapes

*2020-11-30, version 2.0*

The circle is an oval?
The square is a rectangle?
A little confusing for kids. Squares need to have same size sides or they look like rectangles. Please fix.

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2019-11-19, version 2.0*

Very easy for repetitive practice! My 5 year old does it and I watch her to make sure she does it right. Super easy and helpful!

### 5/5 — Perfect app

*2019-10-06, version 2.0*

I just downloaded the app this morning and am surprisingly shocked with the simplicity and ease of use. I wanted to see how functional this app was before allowing my son to use it. 

I found it to be a very smooth handwriting app that will not create the frustration that some apps I have seen do. Your learner will spend no time trying to make it work. Everything is simple and is not cluttered allowing the learner to focus on the task at hand. 

Your learner is offered choices, but few enough to avoid becoming overwhelmed and few enough to keep the activity going in the right direction.

I personally have to be careful with my son taking an activity to a totally different focus. I like him taking an activity and making a new one during certain times, but if too many choices are available we can go down a rabbit hole and eventually come out having done nothing that was part of our focus. 

I often feel unproductive and frustrated when this happens. I allow plenty of time for creating and imaginative play, so the short spans of blocked intentional play based guided teaching I’d like to remain in the general direction which I have planned.

One choice is the color he or she will use when tracing the letter, numbers or shapes, another choice is either upper or lowercase. Enough of a choice to allow the learner to control some of the activity without changing it or even taking away from it.

 Great app thus far!

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2019-06-15, version 2.0*

As a teacher, I am disappointed that it allows children to incorrectly form the letters without any type of feedback.  Poor writing habits are difficult to break, once practiced.

### 5/5 — Very good for practicing!

*2017-09-25, version 2.0*

I like that it is very straightforward in its approach for practicing handwriting! No distractions with sounds or music, allows me to be present and give instructions and praise along the way.

### 4/5 — Great App

*2016-08-25, version 2.0*

Daughter started kindergarten and she likes this! Easy to use. Would be nice for each letter if you could press a sound key off to the side of it to say which letter is on the screen. Would also be nice if it gave the option for parents to type in their child's name so they could get used to tracing it. Overall great for simply writing!

### 4/5 — Cute! With one caviat

*2016-08-22, version 2.0*

I like it so far, but I'd like the option to auto switch to the next letter/number/shape after it's completed. I understand not wanting it if the child is just learning, but it would be nice to have an option. And maybe the letter/number should be vocalized right when it switches, so in case the child forgets to push the sound button, he'll still hear what it is.

### 1/5 — Flakey and over sensitive touch support

*2016-05-23*

Needs but multitouch rejection, little hands aren't as dexterous as adult ones.

### 3/5 — Ok, but could scribble and never learn

*2016-02-15, version 2.0*

I heard about this app from some teachers and figured we'd give it a chance since it's free. I like that there isn't a high threshold for correct writing, but conversely, there is no feedback if a child was to scribble all over the screen and ignore the intent of the game. I'd also like to hear letter names and sounds each time. For $1.99, l-dots (Learning Dots) is a better option.

## Frequently asked questions about 123s ABCs Preschool Learn HWOTP Kids Handwriting

### What does this app teach children?

This app focuses on teaching children handwriting for uppercase and lowercase letters (ABCs) and numbers (123s). It also includes practice activities for fun shapes. The goal is to help young learners develop proper letter and number formation through tracing.

### What handwriting style does the app use?

The app utilizes the Print/Manuscript Style, specifically referencing the Handwriting Without Tears® method. It aims to guide children in tracing letters and numbers according to this established handwriting approach.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is provided as a free, ad-supported version. While it offers extensive handwriting practice activities, users can enjoy it without any initial cost.

### What age group is this app suitable for?

This app is designed for children aged 1 and up. It's intended to be a supplementary learning tool for preschoolers and toddlers beginning their handwriting journey.

### How does the app help children practice?

Children can trace letters, numbers, and shapes directly on the screen with their finger. The app provides audio feedback for letters and includes a 'shake to erase' feature, allowing for repeated practice and correction.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.0 — 2015-09-12

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug Fixes.

### 1.0 — 2015-08-25

No release notes.

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