Review and Giveaway
I was so happy when I was given the opportunity to use PreScripts: Classical Conversation's Cursive Writing Series. I had been contemplating teaching cursive to Batman but had no idea what program to use. I had seen a young girl in our homeschool co-op who had the loveliest cursive writing. I was intrigued and so was Batman. My hunt for a new cursive writing program started. Based on a friend's recommendation I tried out Prescripts and I'm so glad I did.
Classical Conversations has designed a truly unique cursive writing program. It matters not only what the children write but how. Students who are just learning to hold a crayon can start this program. Young children can learn visually and kinesthetically by drawing, tracing, and coloring. Your child doesn't need to be an artist or even now how to write. This is an easy program to fully develop their entry into the world of cursive writing.
Here is a breakdown of each of the four books in this program:
BOOK 1: CURSIVE LETTERS AND COLORING
Medieval to Modern World History
This introduces children to the building blocks of cursive writing and drawing. Children will finger trace, trace with a pencil, and complete copy work therefore enhancing their fine motor skills. Coloring pages are included of medieval and modern world history. This book retails for $11.99. Beautifully bound in a spiral notebook. The paper is such a nice quality to use. A lesson a day is all that I do so it's quick and easy.
BOOK 2: CURSIVE WORDS AND DRAWINGS
Scripture
This book acts as a building block when writing cursive. Starts with letters, then words, and then simple sentences. The book starts with lessons from Proverbs and the book of James. Students practice their art skills by drawing basic shapes. Retails at $12.99.
BOOK 3: CURSIVE SENTENCES AND ART LESSONS
Medieval to Modern World History
This book has the student writing longer sentences about medieval to modern world history. Each sentence is accompanied by a related piece of artwork that teaches the elements of composition including depth, point of view, and light and shadow. Retails at $12.99
BOOK 4: CURSIVE PASSAGES AND ILLUMINATIONS
American Documents
Students refine their skills by writing longer passages of American documents and speeches. Students are introduced to the practice of illuminations which brings on new life to their work. Retails for $12.99.
My thoughts on PreScripts:
*Love the quality of the books. Each is nice spiral bound notebook. Paper has a thicker weight and is sturdy.
*I like how this program is a work at your own pace one. My goal is to do one book every two months, therefore getting the whole package done in a year. Batman is currently working on the first level book and is really enjoying it. Takes just a few minutes a day to practice his writing skills AND he's learning about history too. LOVE!
*Price! Totally affordable at around $12 a book.
*Love the mix of cursive, scripture, history, art, and famous documents in these books.
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PreScripts gave me all four books at no cost. I wasn't compensated for my review. All opinions are my own.
I've been eyeing these books and would love to give them a try! :)
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ReplyDeleteThese books look great!! We will be starting cursive soon, and I like how these sound, particularly how it uses a multi-sensory approach.
ReplyDeleteMy student is asking to start cursive this year and these look perfect! Thanks!
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