Tag Archives: cursive
Why Cursive Doesn’t Work
Advocates of the cursive that joins all lowercase letters within words say it helps fine motor skills. That’s not what I see in recent media images of children practicing their cursive, some even winners of handwriting contests! Students are hunched … Continue reading
Posted in All ages, Beginners, cursive, Education, Older Students & Adults, Pen/Pencil Hold, Posture
Tagged cursive, Movement, Posture
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Suggested Reading
Marion Richardson, Her life and her contribution to handwriting, by Dr. Rosemary Sassoon is one that I highly recommend to anyone interested in handwriting. Richardson, 1892-1947, was a dedicated instructor of handwriting. She believed that a model alphabet is needed … Continue reading
Posted in All ages, Beginners, cursive, Directional Movement, Education, Rhythmic Movement
Tagged All ages, cursive, directional movement, education
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