Handwriting Standards

The Importance of Handwriting

Handwriting fluency is fundamental to learning because children think and write at the same time. When we teach children to write, we also teach them how to express themselves. If they struggle to form their letters, their ability to express themselves will suffer. Children who don’t master handwriting may be slow, sloppy, or illegible writers. Spelling and math are also affected.

• Learn about the importance of handwriting in
  elementary education.
• View the handwriting standards document.
• View standards by grade level.
• View the Correlations to the Common Core State Standards

Bring Handwriting Standards to Your State

Your voice is important in the national dialogue about education standards. How can you get involved?

• Advocate to bring handwriting standards to your
  school, district, or state.