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94 | Why Millionaires Still Handwrite And The Lifelong Benefits It Gives Your Child (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)

Hey Mama!
The great thing about homeschooling is that we can zero on the habits and learning programs that causes our kids to progress faster and have sharper minds. Because of the advent of typing and it's replacement in schools many researchers are asking if we are missing something when handwriting is taken out of school. And the answer is a BIG and an ALARMING YES!! Handwriting allows our brains to function better, solve complex problems faster, learn better and increase creativity. And we DO NOT want our children missing out on those benefits. If you intuitively know that handwriting is good but want more concrete evidence and research, this episode is for you! And share with those who are questioning the benefits.
The highlights of this episode are:
How Handwriting Increases Movement
Handwriting Activates More Parts of the brain than Typing
Handwriting affect on memory and spacial awareness
Yours In sharp-mindedness,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
⭐ Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes
Instagram post on millionaires who handwrite
Research paper mentioned:
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/human-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2019.00275/full
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11943480/#app1-life-15-00345
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1219945/full
Handwriting In Preliterate kids
 
 
Episodes In The Handwriting In A Digital Age Series:
87 | The Role Of Handwriting In The Digital Age And The Benefits It Gives Your Kids (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
88 | Typing Is Not As Important As You Think And The Reason Why Handwriting IS Still King (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
89 | Why Our Kids Can Learn Beautiful Print and Cursive More Easily Than We Did (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
91 | Handwriting Is A Treasured Art! How To Use It To Save Your Family History (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
 
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for your kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected by Classical Learner and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

93 | How Fun Phonics Leads To Beautiful Handwriting (With Melanie Jeffrey!)

Hey Mama!
Reading and Handwriting are 2 of the essential skills. Today we discuss how they can use together to multiply learning and talk a lot about phonics. Your going to love this interview!
The highlights of this episode are:
What phonics is and what it is not?
Other options used besides phonics
School’s system shift back to phonics
3 camps of when to start teaching a child to read
Recommended age to start teaching reading
how to make phonics fun for kids
why kids seemed to be fine in the lesson but not with regular books
The Calligraphy and Phonics connection
Yours In Writing and Learning,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
Melanie Jeffrey's Information:
Phonics Rules For Kids Podcast
Her course KINDERGARTENPHONICS for 30% off
Website: https://www.phonicsrulesforkids.com
 
⭐ Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes
 
 
 
Episodes In The Handwriting In A Digital Age Series:
87 | The Role Of Handwriting In The Digital Age And The Benefits It Gives Your Kids (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
88 | Typing Is Not As Important As You Think And The Reason Why Handwriting IS Still King (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
89 | Why Our Kids Can Learn Beautiful Print and Cursive More Easily Than We Did (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
91 | Handwriting Is A Treasured Art! How To Use It To Save Your Family History (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
 
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for your kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected by Classical Learner and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

92 | Why That Handwriting Workbook Isn't Working For Your Child? It Starts With The Letter A

Hey Mama!
You want your child to be able to write beautifully but they get stuck on the fact that they don't know how to form the letter A. Then they don't have the confidence to move on to the next letter B that looks totally different. Today I introduce my method and a timeless writing technique that makes the writing progression much more doable for kids!
The highlights of this episode are:
Why Starting With A Sets Up Kids For Failure
Thoughtless workbooks don't build confidence in kids
The easy way to teach handwriting little step by little step
Yours In Easy Handwriting Lessons,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
⭐ Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes
 
 
Episodes In The Handwriting In A Digital Age Series:
87 | The Role Of Handwriting In The Digital Age And The Benefits It Gives Your Kids (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
88 | Typing Is Not As Important As You Think And The Reason Why Handwriting IS Still King (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
89 | Why Our Kids Can Learn Beautiful Print and Cursive More Easily Than We Did (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
91 | Handwriting Is A Treasured Art! How To Use It To Save Your Family History (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
 
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for your kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected by Classical Learner and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

91 | Handwriting Is A Treasured Art! How To Use It To Save Your Family History (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)

Hey Mama!
You resonate with the fact that handwriting is an essential skill but are you aware of some of handwriting inventions unique to America? When learning a new skill, the history of how it came about gives extra context of the care and mindset that went into what we have today. On this episode, I give you a brief history of two of the most popular writing styles in America and a practical application on how you can continue to keep handwriting alive.
The highlights of this episode are:
Why Handwriting is a Treasured Art
The history of popular American scripts
How you can start creating your own treasured art
Yours In Handwriting,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
⭐⭐Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes ⭐⭐
 
20 | Why Tracing Is NOT The Best Way To Learn To Write Beautiful Letters For Your Kids
3 | What Materials Do I Get?: The First Thing Your Child Needs To Learn Calligraphy!
 
Episodes In The Handwriting In A Digital Age Series:
87 | The Role Of Handwriting In The Digital Age And The Benefits It Gives Your Kids (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
88 | Typing Is Not As Important As You Think And The Reason Why Handwriting IS Still King (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
89 | Why Our Kids Can Learn Beautiful Print and Cursive More Easily Than We Did (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
 
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for your kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected by Classical Learner and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

90 | Storytime: Why I Teach My Children Beautiful Handwriting And What I’m Doing New

Hey Mama!
What are your reasons for wanting to teach your child beautiful handwriting? What are the values you hold on to in homeschooling? On this episode, I relate mine knowing that you are also coming from the same place. Then I introduce what's coming up next on this podcast and how it will expand your child handwriting skills.
The highlights of this episode are:
How I am focusing on handwriting for myself
Beautiful Writing equals highly skilled
How I started teaching my children handwriting
Yours In Handwriting,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
⭐ Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes
Opening Up About My Special Needs Child
20 | Why Tracing Is NOT The Best Way To Learn To Write Beautiful Letters For Your Kids
3 | What Materials Do I Get?: The First Thing Your Child Needs To Learn Calligraphy!
 
Episodes In The Handwriting In A Digital Age Series:
87 | The Role Of Handwriting In The Digital Age And The Benefits It Gives Your Kids (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
88 | Typing Is Not As Important As You Think And The Reason Why Handwriting IS Still King (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
 
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for your kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected by Classical Learner and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

89 | Why Our Kids Can Learn Beautiful Print and Cursive More Easily Than We Did (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)

Hey Mama!
You think what you learned in handwriting was the standard but what if I told you that now there is a whole world of handwriting that your children can take advantage of? On this episode I give you more a sneak peak behind that world and how we can make handwriting better for our children, now that we're homeschooling. If you've been looking for a way to take your child's handwriting to this next level this episode is for you!
The highlights of this episode are:
What was different about Grandma's handwriting class
How it's easier to learn from handwriting experts
Choosing your own script makes handwriting more engaging
Yours In Handwriting,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
⭐ Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes
Episodes In The Handwriting In A Digital Age Series:
87 | The Role Of Handwriting In The Digital Age And The Benefits It Gives Your Kids (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
88 | Typing Is Not As Important As You Think And The Reason Why Handwriting IS Still King (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)
 
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for your kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected by Classical Learner and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

88 | Typing Is Not As Important As You Think And The Reason Why Handwriting IS Still King (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)

Hey Mama!
A lot of emphasis is placed on teaching our children technology so they don't fall behind but what if I told you that the pressure is overestimated? While things constantly change in the digital age, handwriting is the one skill our children can rely on for continued benefits their whole lives. In this episode I explore the topic of handwriting permanence versus typing short lived effect on our lives. Giving you confidence that you are on the right track prioritizing handwriting in your children's lives.
The highlights of this episode are:
Why is a Typing short termed skill
Handwriting as a skill that helps throughout life
How valuable is handwriting skills today?
Yours In Handwriting,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
⭐ Join the Handwriting Heroes Circle : wildplainscalligraphy.com/handwritingheroes
83 | Work Less And Charge More When Starting Your Calligraphy Business In 2026 (With Alane Gianetti)
2 | What Type Of Child Is Calligraphy For? Insights To Help You Decide Even If Your Child Is Not "Artistic"
 
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for your kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected by Classical Learner and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

87 | The Role Of Handwriting In The Digital Age And The Benefits It Gives Your Kids (Handwriting In A Digital Age Series)

Hey Mama!
You think beautiful handwriting is too outdated for the current generation but actually it's that our bodies craves the movement, creativity and cognitive skills it provides. This is the first episode in the Handwriting In A Digital Age Series. Join me today in discovering the role handwriting can play in your life. 
The highlights of this episode are:
The current state of handwriting
summary of the benefits of handwriting
The role of handwriting in current society
Yours In Handwriting,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
12 | Origin Story: How I Became A Calligraphy Teacher For Kids
2 | What Type Of Child Is Calligraphy For? Insights To Help You Decide Even If Your Child Is Not "Artistic"
 
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ 10 minute a day Calligraphy mini class : wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for your kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected by Classical Learner and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

86 | Beautiful Handwriting Is Learned! Not a Talent Your Child Is Born With

Hey Mama!
Many people think, if their child has bad handwriting, beautiful handwriting is just not for them. But what if I told you that's not true! Especially since a non-artist, engineer brain like me achieved beautiful handwriting.
The highlights of this episode are:
'Just having bad handwriting' isn't a thing
Why practicing consistently is good but not enough
4 steps to having beautiful handwriting
Have more questions? Let me know here!
Yours In Beauty,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
12 | Origin Story: How I Became A Calligraphy Teacher For Kids
2 | What Type Of Child Is Calligraphy For? Insights To Help You Decide Even If Your Child Is Not "Artistic"
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ 10 minute a day Calligraphy mini class : wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!
 

85 | Why Filler Doesn’t Help Handwriting And What Kids Need Instead

Hey Mama!
You want your child to learn to write beautifully while having fun, but is the filler or "busy work" actually helping? Is it keeping your child engaged or distracting them from handwriting?
The highlights of this episode are:
What is handwriting busy work?
4 reasons why busy work doesn't work
How drills helps your child improve and with intention
Have more questions? Let me know here!
Yours In Penmanship,Joanna
Mentioned In This Episode:
Find Out How To Make Handwriting Fun For Your Child By Joining The Insiders List
For Your  Calligraphy  Writing Times:
⭐ 10 minute a day Calligraphy mini class : wildplainscalligraphy.com/insider
⭐ Next Level classes for your Calligraphy journey
⭐ The best Calligraphy kits for kids: Script Kids Box:  www.scriptkidscalligraphy.com Use Code: HCPodcast for 50% off your first box with an 6 or 12 month subscription
⭐ Have a homeschooler? Sign up for Homeschool Connected and get my Calligraphy mini class for kids here!