While more research is needed on cursive handwriting instruction, here is what we know about when to teach cursive and what components can make cursive instruction particularly effective.

Handwriting can support early reading skills. This post explains why and describes several techniques teachers can use to help their students acquire handwriting.

Through this breakdown of Ray et al. (2021), we explore the benefits of handwriting intervention on foundational reading skills.

Through this meta-analysis, Burns et al., (2023) evaluate the components of the Active View of Reading.

Things students should know about letters and why it is important that they know them for reading development.

Recap of a study about predicting students with reading disabilities, which is crucial to providing needed supports as early as possible.

Caregivers can implement three key elements to help grow literacy and pre-literacy skills.

Findings suggest a systematic approach to teaching this prerequisite skill for decoding and writing.

Learning handwriting and practicing it in the home and at school helps early readers learn to recognize letters.