Thanks to the availability of devices, typing has become a necessary skill for academic success. But good old fashioned handwriting is still an incredibly important skill for students to master. Research indicates that students with good handwriting perform better in math and reading, and writing by hand improves cognitive performance more than typing. Even if they aren’t learning cursive, students still need to have legible handwriting and be able to sign their full name. If your child suffers from sloppy handwriting, here are ways to improve.
Bonus tip: Be sure to accommodate lefties. Writing left-handed is difficult in a world designed for right-handers, so be sure they have writing instruments, notebooks, and grips that allow them to write without obstacles and discomfort, and avoid pens that smear easily.
Finding ways to improve fine motor skills and fit writing in at home will quickly lead to handwriting improvement in no time! Thanks for watching, and for more ELA tips, please subscribe and turn on notifications for future videos.
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