According to Dr. William Klemm, teaching kids cursive is akin to teaching a musical instrument.This is because when kids are practicing cursive handwriting, their brains are making tactile and visual inputs, all while applying fine motor skills.
Top 10 Reasons to Teach Cursive Handwriting
1. Faster note taking2. Ability to read everything, whether print or not3. Improved penmanship4. Higher developed fine motor skill5. Fun and productive way for visual and kinesthetic learners to adapt their lesson6. Great for overcoming dyslexia while reading and writing
The Best (and Easiest) Way to Learn How to Teach Cursive Writing
Honestly? I think the best way to teach kids cursive is just to practice!Once your child is a good, strong reader, you can get started teaching cursive.Show your child uppercase letters and lowercase letters in both print and cursive. Show your child notes and advertisements that are in cursive.
The book starts out by teaching both lowercase letters and uppercase letters in cursive. All pretty basic cursive alphabet letter formation. Your child traces the letters and then practices writing on her own.
My Favorite Paid Resource for Teaching Kids Cursive
Or if you’re looking for a free resource (I’ve been there) take a look at these handwriting worksheets that I made!
My Favorite Free Resource for Teaching Kids Cursive
This printable cursive packet includes 34 pages of cursive writing copy work.
Kids learn and practice basic letter formation with each letter page.
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