An introduction to cursive

Nate Sanden
2 min readJan 28, 2022

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Cursive letters on a chalk-board

An Introduction to Cursive

Cursive writing, also known as script writing, has been around for centuries. It first appeared in the 15th century and has been used ever since. Although it can be seen as a form of handwriting and is often believed to be more artistic and elegant than the common Roman lettering we use today, experts note that it also takes more time, effort, and skill to master.

What is the purpose of cursive writing

Even in this digital age, cursive handwriting is still used for a personal touch. It can be used for notes that are intimate or to sign important documents that require a handwritten signature. It is also known as the elegant script for invitation card writing.

Should I still learn cursive today?

Cursive writing requires the brain to engage in more complex cognitive tasks. It is an active process, not a passive one like printing. The best way to teach kids cursive is to start them off with it in kindergarten. The earlier they learn it, the better they will be at it.

How to learn cursive

Learning cursive is not as hard as it may seem at first glance. It just takes time, patience, and practice. The best way to begin, is by learning each individual cursive letter. Remember to start with the letters that are easiest for you to write before moving on to more difficult ones.

There are plenty of resources available online to help you learn cursive, such as cursive letter tutorials on YouTube, cursive worksheets you can download and print and more.

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