SMHP® Cursive Kaleidoscope for Cursive Writing Practice

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If you want your child to develop a positive attitude toward learning penmanship and cursive writing, our SMHP Cursive Kaleidoscope for cursive writing practice can help instill this value in them. Let the learning begin! This beautifully illustrated workbook continues the concepts and strategies introduced in the Size Matters Handwriting Program® manuscript series. Learn more about our cursive handwriting program today!

Extra Practice for Better Development

Cursive handwriting is not part of many schools' curricula. However, research has found cursive handwriting practice to be a beneficial stimulus for developing brains. Experts in occupational therapy highly recommend cursive handwriting programs as a learning activity.

When teaching cursive, use adapted grade-level cursive writing paper to ensure students can produce letters with the proper proportions and letter lines. Practicing cursive handwriting on special adaptive paper is essential for building motor memory. To ensure competence in handwriting, you should implement constant and blocked practice, as well as random and variable practice. This type of handwriting practice adheres to Motor Learning Theory to help beginners practice penmanship. Eventually, move on to forming these same letters in words of increasing length.

Take an in-depth look at how cursive handwriting practice can make a difference for a child when you explore our workbooks today!

Why Learning Cursive Helps Children

Why so much fuss over the way kids write? Writing affects brain development a great deal. In fact, neuroscience research shows that when kids put pencil to paper, the electrical activity in the brain is highly stimulated, leading to interhemispheric communication in the brain, which is the foundation of memory, problem-solving, and creativity. The lack of cursive handwriting instruction in schools is a missed opportunity for your child!

Resources like the Cursive Kaleidoscope workbook provide opportunities for developing motor memory, improving fluidity of movement, and enhancing script and writing competence. Try our cursive writing practice workbooks to discover fun learning activities like:

  • Reading narratives
  • Learning fun facts
  • Artwork and illustrations
  • Solving puzzles
  • Exploring challenges and games

Find out what else our workbook offers when you buy it now!

Evidence-Backed Practice for Kids

Real OT Solutions® is all about creating the ultimate fun learning experience for children. Our handwriting resources are all expert-approved and reviewed for the best quality assurance. The SMHP Cursive Kaleidoscope workbook is a keeper! Besides being the ultimate workbook for acquiring competence in cursive writing, it also teaches cursive writing for beginners and includes lessons in various life skills. Have fun and teach essential life lessons with our cursive handwriting practice books!

Testimonials

Hear from educators, therapists, and parents about the positive impact our evidence-based solutions have had on handwriting practice.

  • "The teachers can't believe how quickly the kids caught on."

    Tammy Murray

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  • "I simply love SMHP, and how it's helped my students, THAT much! The ship has NEVER sailed for letter/number, line orientation and spacing for handwriting legibility.  Try the *evidence-based* Size Matters Handwriting Program. I've been using it for 3+ years now with much success. It's SO simple and intuitive, that I could do it in the soil with a stick (if I had to), and get results! There's even fun to it that facilitates student buy-in!"

    Melodie OTR/L

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  • "Beverly, I just want you to know that I am using the paper, playing the dice game, talking about the size of the letters, and scoring their writing pages!!!! They all love it and I have seen changes already!!!! Thank you for such an awesome program!!!!"

    Michele Pettenati COTA/L Cattaraugus Allegany BOCES

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  • "I just have to tell you, I've been using parts of the program for the last week with most of my students in Occupational Therapy Services. I have the biggest smile and feel like jumping for JOY when I write my notes. Most of my students can pick up on the easy/fun instructions. Almost all the letter spacing has improved with Spaghetti and Meatballs. Almost all the letter size has improved with the Size Numbering 1,2,3. IT'S A MIRACLE. Thanks a MILLION."

    Del Alexander, COTA/L

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  • "I have used the SMHP during (the) last school year and I love it! And most importantly the kids love it! I have had so much success with this program with all of my kids, but one in particular comes to mind. I had tried everything from different paper to grips with no success. The very first time I introduced this to them most of their letters were inside the boxes!"

    Brittany Morel, COTA

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  • "The SMHP is the first program I have implemented that the kids are actually EXCITED to try and practice making letters....Teachers pick up on the terminology quickly and generally I find they are supportive to use consistent language etc... As a therapist it’s the first handwriting program that I have ever been passionate about! Highly recommend to all...thank you Beverly Moskowitz!!"

    Meghan Morse, OT

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  • "This is a phenomenal program - one that I have seen great results (with)....I'd definitely use size matters"

    Mary Bryda Santini

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  • "I had heard of the Size Matters Handwriting Program just prior to the AOTA conference in Chicago this past spring. I was able to speak with you at the conference, purchase a manual, and watch some YouTube videos. I recently purchased your self-study webinar series and am excited to learn more."

    Karen Szatalowicz, MHS, OTR/L C.A.S.E. Staff Occupational Therapist

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