Mastering Cursive: Empowering Middle Schoolers Through Literary Handwriting Adventures
Help me give my students an opportunity to master cursive with practice materials, workbooks, literature-based exercises, pens, and handwriting supplies emphasizing cursive literacy.
This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Project
At our school, we cherish our students' individuality and recognize the importance of equipping them with essential skills like the ability to read and write cursive handwriting.
Our goal is to empower students with the proficiency and confidence to read and write cursive effectively, unlocking opportunities for deeper comprehension, critical thinking, and personal expression.
Our students' unique blend of creativity, curiosity, and resilience sets them apart. With the right resources and support, they have the potential to excel academically and as compassionate individuals.
Understanding cursive is crucial in today's digital age, enhancing cognitive skills and fostering historical and cultural appreciation while remaining relevant for effective communication and comprehension.
Each resource in our shopping cart plays a vital role in fostering their cursive proficiency and overall literacy development.
The Dixon Practice Handwriting Paper and Nasco Dry-Erase Handwriting Boards offer tangible mediums for students to practice and refine their cursive strokes. With these tools, they can experiment, correct mistakes, and build confidence in their writing abilities.
A curated selection of cursive handwriting workbooks provides structured exercises and motivational content tailored to their age group, encouraging creativity and self-expression through writing.
Literature-based resources like "Learning Cursive with The Hobbit" and "Learning Cursive in Narnia" engage students in meaningful writing experiences while infusing handwriting practice with the magic of storytelling.
The Faber-Castell Pitt Calligraphy Pens and "The Complete Photo Guide to Hand Lettering and Calligraphy" inspire students to explore handwriting beyond basic cursive, fostering appreciation for diverse forms of expression.
Supplies like LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers, Pacon Cursive Cover Chart Tablets, and Magnetic Handwriting Paper ensure that every student has access to resources conducive to their learning style.
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home
• Amazon Business
$38.89
1
$38.89
Magnetic Handwriting Paper
• Quill.com
$27.89
1
$27.89
Faber-Castell Pitt Calligraphy Pen - Black
• Blick Art Materials
$2.70
10
$27.00
Dixon Practice Handwriting Paper - 500 Sheet Reams
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$10.76
2
$21.52
The Complete Photo Guide to Hand Lettering and Calligraphy
• Blick Art Materials
$19.26
1
$19.26
Learning Cursive with The Hobbit: Cursive Handwriting Practice for Hobbits (Learning with Literature)
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Learning Cursive in Narnia: Cursive Handwriting Practice (Learning with Literature)
• Amazon Business
$11.61
1
$11.61
Cursive Handwriting Workbook for Teens: Exercises to Learn, Practice, and Improve
• Amazon Business
$7.79
1
$7.79
Beginning Cursive for Confident & Creative Girls: Cursive Handwriting Workbook for Kids & Beginners to Cursive Writing Practice
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
The Cursive Handwriting Workbook for Teens: Learn the Art of Penmanship in this Cursive Writing Practice book with Motivational Quotes and Activities for Young Adults and Teenagers
• Amazon Business
$5.97
1
$5.97
Materials cost
$314.97
Vendor shipping charges
$17.08
Sales tax
$18.90
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.72
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$385.67
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$68.06
Total project goal
$453.73
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$453.73
1 Donor
-$10.00
Donations toward project cost
-$8.50
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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