Listen "Cursive First"
Episode Synopsis
Join me for a deep dive into research surrounding the debate between whether manuscript or cursive should be a child's first handwriting instruction.
We discuss...
-Is handwriting instruction important?
-Progressive education's introduction of the print "ball and stick" method
-Development of early motor skills
-Contrasting the differences between cursive and manuscript
Resources Referenced:
The Good and The Beautiful Handwriting
Pencil Gripper
Montessori Sand Tray for handwriting
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We discuss...
-Is handwriting instruction important?
-Progressive education's introduction of the print "ball and stick" method
-Development of early motor skills
-Contrasting the differences between cursive and manuscript
Resources Referenced:
The Good and The Beautiful Handwriting
Pencil Gripper
Montessori Sand Tray for handwriting
Follow my journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org
Subscribe to the NHC email at www.nohighercalling.org
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