Penmanship: Teaching and Supervision

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Penmanship: Teaching and Supervision

by Leta Severance Hiles

EN·~2 hours·13 chapters

Chapters

13 total
1

PENMANSHIP

0:10
2

INTRODUCTION

2:25
3

Chapter One THE PENMANSHIP PROBLEM

6:21
4

Chapter Two FUNDAMENTALS CONCERNED IN THE PROBLEM

35:58
5

Chapter Three THE GENERALLY ACCEPTED SOLUTION: MUSCULAR MOVEMENT

9:51
6

Chapter Four PREPARATION OF THE TEACHER

12:05
7

Chapter Five SUITABLE EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

12:47
8

Chapter Six SOME WORKABLE SUGGESTIONS

12:42
9

Chapter Seven SUGGESTIONS FOR THE GRADES, JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS

31:49
10

Chapter Eight SUPERVISION AND THE PENMANSHIP SUPERVISOR

11:23

Description

This practical guide tackles the often‑overlooked skill of legible, efficient handwriting, arguing that clear penmanship is essential not only for academic success but also for future workplace competence. Drawing on years of classroom experience, the author breaks down the mechanics of writing—proper posture, grip, and movement—while offering clear, step‑by‑step exercises that can be woven into any curriculum. Readers will find straightforward advice on selecting the right tools and creating habits that prevent eye strain and hand fatigue.

Beyond technique, the book explores how teachers can develop effective supervision strategies and build confidence in young learners. It presents adaptable lesson plans, classroom management tips, and real‑world examples that illustrate the commercial and educational value of good handwriting. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or a novice instructor, the text provides actionable insights to help students master penmanship without undue effort.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (139K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Craig Kirkwood and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2021-11-05

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

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Leta Severance Hiles

Best remembered for practical books on handwriting and education, this early 20th-century educator wrote with a clear, classroom-focused style. Her work reflects a hands-on interest in how children learn, especially in penmanship and individual differences.

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