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Perspective | Teaching cursive is a waste of time

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I’m a third grade teacher. No amount of cursive writing instruction is going to bridge literacy gaps or resolve comprehension deficits. By Michelle Riddell

March 18, 2019 Culture

What is the argument in favor of teaching cursive?

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Using script forces a child’s brain to slow down. It allows for deeper thoughts, more expansive word choices, and increased imagination. By Michelle Riddell

April 3, 2018 Culture
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