Writing in cursive is a skill that some of us take for granted. It is a skill some of us have never known and it is a shame. Handwriting is beautiful because it is unique to you.
There are so many benefits to writing in cursive. It helps you get your thoughts down faster than printing. It looks so much prettier. Long ago, people were paid by how fast they could type on a typewriter or write with a quill and ink. This skill is neat because now not everyone can read it and for those of us who know it, it is like we are in a secret club. You must have the talent to understand it. All of our historical documents and the foundation of our country here in the United States, are all written in cursive. Shouldn't we all be able to read those? Lastly, writing by hand makes you smarter. Yup, it slows you down and allows you to use different parts of your brain. Eye hand coordination and dexterity help you in everyday life. Many never think of that.
Our mentor, Mr. Michael Sull came to teach and planted a seed with us. We started a contest to gather interest and keep cursive alive. With the help of certified instructor Marie Hornback, we are now in our third year.
Handwritten resources to help you prepare for the 2023 I Love Cursive Contest:
The Art of Cursive Penmanship book by Mr. Sull worksheets and detailed instructions, hints and tips
Free worksheets to improve your cursive by Marie Hornback of Crown Calligraphy.
Classic Cursive Online Workshop comprehensive instruction (almost 8 hours) and lifetime access.
Extensive articles, tools and inspiration from Lindsey Bugbee of The Postman's Knock:
Tips To Improve Your Handwriting with free worksheet
Learn How To Write In Cursive and get a free exemplar
These are more articles and links to paid tools from Lindsey:
Self-Study American cursive workbook from Michael Sull. Quite comprehensive and easy to make copies.
We hope you enter this contest and many of the others out there nationally and internationally. Keep on writing and keep on putting pen to paper, it just feels wonderful!