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111. How Squiggle Squad Reinvents Handwriting Education

111. How Squiggle Squad Reinvents Handwriting Education

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Show Notes/Brief Summary/Blog Post:

Holly Britton, founder of Squiggle Squad, discusses the importance of handwriting as a foundational skill for children's learning, its connection to cognitive development, and practical strategies for effective handwriting instruction.

Chapters:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Handwriting Challenges
  • 03:06 Rethinking Handwriting as a Tool
  • 05:48 The Cognitive vs. Mechanical Aspects of Writing
  • 08:39 The Importance of Handwriting in Education
  • 11:33 Squiggle Squad: A New Approach to Handwriting
  • 14:21 Developmentally Appropriate Handwriting Instruction
  • 17:12 The Progression of Handwriting Skills
  • 19:57 Addressing Learning Differences in Handwriting
  • 19:59 The Importance of Early Handwriting Instruction
  • 23:37 Group vs. Individual Instruction in Handwriting
  • 26:42 Connecting Handwriting with Thought Expression
  • 28:39 The Neurological Connection of Handwriting
  • 33:15 Resources for Handwriting Instruction
  • 36:34 The Impact of Technology on Writing Skills
  • 38:33 Hope for the Future of Handwriting Education
  • 41:13 We Have Hope Kim Outro.mp3


Episode Highlights:

  • The importance of handwriting as a tool for thought
  • Motor skills development and age-appropriate instruction
  • The systemic issues in handwriting education and teacher training
  • The science behind handwriting and cognitive development

Quotes:

  • "If your hand can't flow, your thoughts can't."
  • "Handwriting is the base unit for writing."
  • "Writing your thoughts out is incredibly powerful."

More on Holly Britton and Squiggle Squad:

  • Squiggle Squad Website - https://squigglesquad.com
  • Holly's Substack on Science of Handwriting - https://hollyonsgood.substack.com


More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode:

  • Visit Our Show Notes Page HERE!
  • Questions? Email Us! kim@loveyourschool.org
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This show has been produced by Love Your School WV.


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