A Reason for Handwriting

A Reason for Handwriting integrates handwriting, Scripture and art! Using Scripture handwriting practice, A Reason for Handwriting teaches a traditional ball-and-stick and cursive handwriting style.

This detailed teacher guidebook provides 96 pages of daily lesson plans, specific teaching tips and techniques, remedial and advanced strategies, letter formation charts, vocabulary lists, pre-writing readiness activities, handwriting skills index and more. The same teacher book is used for the entire series from kindergarten through sixth grade.

This curriculum integrates handwriting, Scripture, art, and outreach all in each fun lesson! Daily practice lessons are based entirely on Scripture verses. Each grade level's handwriting curriculum features a colorful 8.5 x 11 inch student workbook. All pages in each workbook are perforated for easy removal.

Each level of the hand-writing workbooks include:

  • Weekly lesson plans
  • practice pages
  • border sheet pages for writing practice on specially designed sheets with borders that can be colored for added fun

K-6th. Teacher Guide Book. Please Note: Covers may vary

Provide visual reinforcement with this set of Manuscript/Cursive wall sheets! 8.5" x 11" sheets feature upper & lower-case letters along with a picture that begins with that letter. Manuscript is on the front, and cursive on the back.

Give students something to reference when practicing their handwriting! This collection of 5.5" x 4.5" cards feature the cursive alphabet on one side, and the manuscript alphabet on the other. Both show numbered arrows indicating the correct way to form a letter. 25 cards.

A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Enforcing context, children will learn how letters are part of words. Each lesson includes guidelines for writing the letter, as well as an illustration and accompanying word that includes that lesson's letter. Children practice the letter, color the picture and complete tracing the dots that make up the word for a fun, complete handwriting lesson.

This Level K book features instruction on how to properly form letters with guidelines, how to hold a pencil, correct posture, tracing letters and lines, and more. Practice sheets provide room to trace letters before writing them individually. 144 pages, softcover.

This included teacher's guide includes instruction for all A Reason for Handwriting books, from Grades K-6. Within each book, additional lesson information is given for each chapter, including the lesson focus, directions for performing the writing, teaching tips, and extended teaching. Student page numbers are referenced. 252 pages, softcover. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. "Border Sheets" included at the back provide a nice way to showcase their newfound writing skills, and serve as a fun coloring opportunity. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    This Level A book features instruction of writing letters, groups of letters, and Scripture, working on correct alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing. Practice sheets provide room to trace letters before writing them individually. Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 158 pages, softcover.

    This included teacher's guide includes instruction for all A Reason for Handwriting books, from Grades K-6. Within each book, additional lesson information is given for each chapter, including the lesson focus, directions for performing the writing, teaching tips, and extended teaching. Student page numbers are referenced. 252 pages, softcover. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    The pages of this fun workbook feature manuscript handwriting based on verses from Psalms and Proverbs. Verses are chosen not only for the correct letter combinations, but also for inspirational content. The course begins with a review of the letter formations learned in Kindergarten and introduces students to the Golden Rule Club and their treehouse. The treehouse is transposed onto the beginning of each line of the manuscript ruled pages and is used as a guide for students to learn the proper sizing and spacing of letters.

    After the introductory review lessons are complete, students begin a schedule of lessons that include daily writing practice of selected words in the "Scripture of the week." On Day 4 the student writes the complete verse and then on Day 5 they copy it onto a border sheet from the back of the workbook.

    Border sheets are outlined with wonderful black-line drawings and graphics that students can color to decorate their handwritten verse. They are wonderful "treats" for grandparents or shut-ins, aunts and uncles or friends to receive in the mail. Your young student will have an opportunity to spread the gospel and send a smile to someone they love.

    A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. "Border Sheets" included at the back provide a nice way to showcase their newfound writing skills, and serve as a fun coloring opportunity. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a perforated border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    This Level B book features instruction on the manuscript handwriting through practice writing letters, groups of letters, and Scripture. Correct alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing are emphasized. Practice sheets provide room to trace letters before writing them individually. Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 142 non-reproducible pages, softcover.

    This included teacher's guide includes instruction for all A Reason for Handwriting books, from Grades K-6, as well as helpful teaching instruction, common problems to look out for, vocabulary lists, blackline masters, tips and more. Within each book, additional lesson information is given for each chapter, including the lesson focus, directions for performing the writing, teaching tips, and extended teaching. Student page numbers are referenced. 252 pages, softcover.

    For Grade 2. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    The pages of this fun workbook feature manuscript handwriting based on scripture verses. Verses are chosen not only for the correct letter combinations, but also for inspirational content. The treehouse is transposed onto the beginning of each line of the manuscript ruled pages and is used as a guide for students to learn the proper sizing and spacing of letters.

    After the introductory review lessons are complete, students begin a schedule of lessons that include daily writing practice of selected words in the "Scripture of the week." On Day 4 the student writes the complete verse and then on Day 5 they copies it onto a border sheet from the back of the workbook.

    Border sheets are outlined with wonderful black-line drawings and graphics that students can color to decorate their handwritten verse. They are wonderful "treats" for grandparents or shut-ins, aunts and uncles or friends to receive in the mail. Your young student will have an opportunity to spread the gospel and send a smile to someone they love.

    A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. "Border Sheets" included at the back provide a nice way to showcase their newfound writing skills, and serve as a fun coloring opportunity. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a perforated border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    This Level T for Transition book features instruction on the transition from manuscript to cursive handwriting through practice writing letters, groups of letters, and Scripture. Correct alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing are emphasized. Practice sheets provide room to trace letters before writing them individually. Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 180 pages, softcover.

    This included teacher's guide includes instruction for all A Reason for Handwriting books, from Grades K-6. Within each book, additional lesson information is given for each chapter, including the lesson focus, directions for performing the writing, teaching tips, and extended teaching. Student page numbers are referenced. 252 pages, softcover.

    For grades 2-3. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Contextual lessons are built upon Scripture verses chosen for their proper letter combinations and inspirational content. The included "Border Sheets" provide a nice way to showcase newfound writing skills and serve as a fun coloring opportunity; at the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a perforated border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    This Level T for Transition book features instruction on the transition from manuscript to cursive handwriting through practice writing letters, groups of letters, and Scripture. Correct alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing are emphasized. Practice sheets provide room to trace letters before writing them individually. Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 178 pages, softcover.

    For grades 2-3.

    A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. "Border Sheets" included at the back provide a nice way to showcase their newfound writing skills, and serve as a fun coloring opportunity. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    This Level C, Grade 3 book features instruction on the alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing of cursive words. Practice sheets provide room to copy letters and words from that week's bible verse before writing them on the border sheet. Different combinations of letters are also given with tips on how to connect the cursive letters. Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 144 pages, softcover.

    This included teacher's guide includes instruction for all A Reason for Handwriting books, from Grades K-6. Within each book, additional lesson information is given for each chapter, including the lesson focus, directions for performing the writing, teaching tips, and extended teaching. Student page numbers are referenced. 252 pages, softcover. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    The "Cursive C" workbook introduces current cursive writing; lessons 1-5 introduce the vowels and lessons 6-26 cover the remaining letters in alphabetical order. Lessons review both upper and lower-case cursive letters and provide opportunities to practice individual words and sentences during the rest of the year. Correct alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing are emphasized. Practice sheets provide room to trace letters before writing them individually.

    Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 176 pages, softcover. Consumable and non-reproducible.

    Grade 3.

    A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. "Border Sheets" included at the back provide a nice way to showcase their newfound writing skills, and serve as a fun coloring opportunity. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    This Level D, Grade 4 book features instruction on alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing of cursive words. Practice sheets provide room to copy letters and words from that week's bible verse before writing them on the border sheet. Different combinations of letters are also given with tips on how to connect the cursive letters. Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 142 pages, softcover.

    This included teacher's guide includes instruction for all A Reason for Handwriting books, from Grades K-6. Within each book, additional lesson information is given for each chapter, including the lesson focus, directions for performing the writing, teaching tips, and extended teaching. Student page numbers are referenced. 252 pages, softcover. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    A Reason for Handwritingprovides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Contextual lessons are built upon Scripture verses chosen for their proper letter combinations and inspirational content. The included "Border Sheets" provide a nice way to showcase newfound writing skills and serve as a fun coloring opportunity; at the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a perforated border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    The "Cursive D" workbook provides opportunities for children to master cursive handwriting. Lessons review both upper and lower-case cursive letters and space to practce individual words and sentences. Correct alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing are emphasized. Practice sheets provide room to trace letters before writing them individually.

    Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 144 pages, softcover. Consumable and non-reproducible.

    Grade 4. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. "Border Sheets" included at the back provide a nice way to showcase their newfound writing skills, and serve as a fun coloring opportunity. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    This Level E, Grade 5 book features instruction on alignment, slant, size, shape and spacing of cursive words. Practice sheets provide room to copy letters and words from that week's bible verse before writing them on the border sheet. Different combinations of letters are also given with tips on how to connect the cursive letters. Discussion questions are included with questions based upon the verses the students are writing. Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 142 pages, softcover. Grade 5.

    This included teacher's guide includes instruction for all A Reason for Handwriting books, from Grades K-6. Within each book, additional lesson information is given for each chapter, including the lesson focus, directions for performing the writing, teaching tips, and extended teaching. Student page numbers are referenced. 252 pages, softcover. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    A Reason For &#174 Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. The included "Border Sheets" encourage students to share God's Word with others. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a sheet chosen from the back of their workbooks, then use their creative talents to color and decorate it. Recommended for 5th grade.

    A Reason for Handwriting provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. "Border Sheets" included at the back provide a nice way to showcase their newfound writing skills, and serve as a fun coloring opportunity. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a border sheet of their choosing, using their creativity to color and decorate their very best handwriting.

    This Level F, Grade 6 book features extensive practice and refinement of cursive writing skills. Practice sheets provide room to copy letters and words from that week's bible verse before writing them on the border sheet. Different combinations of letters are also given with tips on how to connect the cursive letters. Scripture verses are taken from The Living Bible. 144 pages, softcover.

    This included teacher's guide includes instruction for all A Reason for Handwriting books, from Grades K-6. Within each book, additional lesson information is given for each chapter, including the lesson focus, directions for performing the writing, teaching tips, and extended teaching. Student page numbers are referenced. 252 pages, softcover. Please Note: Covers may vary.

    A Reason for Handwriting &#174 provides a fun, meaningful approach to developing effective handwriting skills. Each lesson is built around a Scripture verse chosen not only for proper letter combinations, but also inspirational content. "Border Sheets" included at the back provide a nice way to showcase their newfound writing skills, and can be shared with others. At the end of each week, children copy their "Verse of the Week" on a sheet chosen from the back of their workbooks, using their creativity to color and decorate it. Recommended for 6th grade. 144 pages, softcover.