Dancina Learning

what is the point of teaching cursive writing Hello! I'm Andrea Schiffer, the founder of Dancina. As a former World Champion and an author who loves helping children learn, I know how important foundational skills are. Exploring these ideas can support your little one's development.

As parents, we want to give our little ones the best start with handwriting. The question often arises: should we teach cursive before print? This approach might feel different from what many remember from school, but it has solid roots and benefits worth considering.

Hello! I'm Andrea Schiffer, founder of Dancina and a former Swing Dance World Champion. As an Amazon bestselling educational author, I know how much joy and learning happens when we share new skills with our little ones.

Summer break is wonderful. Lazy mornings, longer days, a break from the routine. But for parents who've worked hard to get their child's cursive off to a good start, there's a quiet worry that creeps in around mid-June: will they forget everything by September?

Not sure if your child is ready for cursive handwriting? Look for these 5 signs. Most kids aged 7–12 are ready — they just need the right approach.

Here's Why We're Not Letting That Happen:

There's something magical about a child's first cursive signature. That looping, flowing script — a little wobbly at first, then growing more confident with every stroke — is one of those milestones that feels deeply, quietly important. Like tying a shoelace. Like riding a bike.

So when did we decide it wasn't worth teaching anymore?