Handwriting is an important language skill that facilitates the communication of thoughts and information. Instruction in the elements and letter formation and legibility should be incorporated into meaningful literacy experience across the curriculum for students. Handwriting includes both manuscript and cursive writing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Objective
In this section you will look at the components of handwriting and the importance of these components for emergent learners in terms of legibility, proper slant, and spacing.While there are many manuscript and cursive writing programs, certain elements are common in practice. These essential components of quality handwriting programs will be covered, as opposed to a particular penmanship program.