Keeping Beautiful Handwriting Alive | Cursive, Print, Calligraphy, Teach Handwriting, Homeschool Handwriting Curriculum, Fun Handwriting Practice, Digital Age, Outside

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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
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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 Writin...

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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...

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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 confidenc...

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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 handw...

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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

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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, Joann...

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Happy 2026! You think your child hates handwriting but it's actually that you don't have clarity around what's bothering them.

The highlights of this episode are:

• What it looks like to be fighting handwriting sessions in homeschooling
• I did this one thing in my business and how it gives clarity in handwriting sessions as well
• Example of how to get clarity from your child

If this episode helped make a difference...

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You're looking to step into more abundance in 2026. Abundance in finally doing more of what you like (Calligraphy duh!) and financial abundance by making money from it. But you don't know how to do it without spending hours and hours.

Prepare to take notes because in this episode we'll talk about the first time saving steps you need to take to start your Calligraphy business in a way that doesn't produce burnout and the m...

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In this episode we are reflecting on this year. What we love about our Calligraphy practice and what needs to be improved. This episode is a replay from episode 39. Calligraphy is all about going inwards and slowing down. Let's take the time to reflect on one of the top episodes of this podcast and reflect on what we can continue to learn from it.

With Reflection, Joanna

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Inspired by this episode to try Calligra...

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You started a longer calligraphy piece : a quote, a prayer, or a meaningful passage  but then felt your stomach drop?

Even if you can do calligraphy, long pieces can feel nerve-racking. One mistake feels like it could ruin everything. Add in constant interruptions, and it’s no wonder so many moms stop before they really begin.

In this episode, I’m walking you through a gentle, mom-friendly way to create long calligraphy p...

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Do you like to send meaningful gifts? Are you tired of all the materialistic ads during Christmas and want to go back to meaning? Are you looking for a way to turn your Calligraphy into gifts?

Being the creative, artistic dabbler that you are I know you will be inspired by these trendy and straight forward ways to make gifts to your love ones. I mention 2 tools that you need to turn an ordinary gift into something that is...

Are you looking for Calligraphy stocking stuffers that are fun and actually useful? Maybe you're looking for a thoughtful Calligraphy gift that is great for a beginner? Or maybe you're looking for a fun Calligraphy gift for yourself!

Finding good quality Calligraphy gifts can be hard to find in places like Amazon or general art stores. So in this episode I go over 4 places where Calligraphers actually shop to find perfect, good qua...

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Do you find it hard to have gratitude in a hard season? Do you know the difference between being thankful versus being in the state of gratitude? Are you looking for a way to add Calligraphy to your gratitude practice?

Today, I invite you in to learn how to have gratitude in tough moments, how to embody gratitude and using Calligraphy in your gratitude practice (join my insider list to see an example of this!). This is a ...

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You love creating beauty! It makes you light up and joyful. But did you know it also makes you magentic?

Today, I talk about the real reason beauty is important and the place it has in our lives. In our fast pace lives, it's easy to leave beauty out as impractical. It's easy to leave out those things that quietly improves us. Beauty is a voice that whispers then makes a stunning appearance.

This episode for the mama who w...

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You’ve finally learned your lowercase letters, but now you’re feeling a little nervous about the uppercase ones? Or maybe you can’t wait to start them, but they just look a bit complicated.

Good news: uppercase letters are actually even more fun! There’s more room to explore and experiment. In this episode, I’ll share three simple ways to make uppercase letters feel less intimidating and a lot more playful. You’ll see why...

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Do you love to collect word art? Do you love to write? How do you know Calligraphy will be worth your time?

As a Calligraphy teacher, I've seen many people who obviously are drawn to Calligraphy. But they tell themselves it's too hard, they can't make time for it or they don't believe they can learn it. Mama, I want to encourage you that there is an easy way to step into Calligraphy that only takes 10 minutes a day, my fr...