Introduction
This WebQuest is to assist you in learning cursive writing. Sample pages will be provided for you to use, but the videos placed in this WebQuest will help you on your way.
Remember, cursive writing connects letters only one word at a time. There will be spaces between words and sentences. It is very important you use punctuation (period, question mark, exclamation point...) as needed in sentences and at the end of each sentence.
If you have questions, please ask.
Task
Cursive writing requires practice. This is a beginning lesson. If you remember some of the lessons from earlier school years, that is wonderful. In this case, these lessons will be a review. First, practice the letters. I will provide a chart with diagrams for you. As you practice words, you will write them much more quickly and become a pro! At first it may seem confusing or overwhelming, but like millions of other people, you can do it so don't become discouraged.
The ultimate goal is to have you writing and reading cursive writing. Many people find cursive to actually be faster, and at times easier. For some people, writing in cursive helps them in learning to write essays and stories and to understand others' writing more easily. There are different types of cursive writing. I am not going to force you to focus on any one type, although following the charts provided will be easier for you.
Ask for help if you need it.
Process
Remember to ask for your teacher to open videos if they are locked.
Write slowly. Writing too quickly makes any type of writing hard to read.
Click on the following video. Pause between each letter and copy how they write the letter. This video was made in a different country. Some of the words are spelled differently. But, you don't have to copy the words at this point, only the letters.
You do not have to listen to the sound.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=3C26YWtFwYQ
Watch the videos first, then copy his actions while you re-watch. These videos DO NOT have sound!
Lowercase
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=bVL2IuqNODU
Uppercase Caution-his uppercase "Q" is different than the handouts. Remember reading that the style you use is up to what suits you? Just decide what you like to use and don't get confused!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=YN82aR-0guA
Words/sentences
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=4wBmC30HnTs
Evaluation
Evaluation will be completed according to individual ability and completed work.
Conclusion
Make sure to practice cursive writing regularly. Most people, in truth, tend to develop their own hybrid of writing-meaning part is cursive and part is print. The type of writing you need to do in school should be discussed with the teacher of that class. Some class may require exact cursive, others only print, while some are accepting of hybrids. As you grow older, your writing will be unique to you and that is a good thing! Although it may be tough or challenging at first (after all, many of you taking this lesson are doing something brand new), it is well worth the effort!
Have fun!
Credits
Teacher Page
Feel free to locate other (appropriate) writing styles after completing your lesson or during "free time".