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National Handwriting Contest winners show off their penmanship
Believe it or not, but before computers, tablets, and mobile phones, people used to actually have to hand write out their thoughts. Yup, kids used pen and paper to express themselves, and mailboxes were stuffed with actual letters, not e-mails.
Even just a few years ago kids recieved handwriting instruction throughout elementary school. Now, many kids are only required to have handwriting lessons in kindergarten and first grade. Most schools eschew handwriting classes for keyboard classes. Only 18 states currently require cursive instruction.
In an effort to celebrate the fine art of proper penmanship, the educational company Zaner-Bloser established a national handwriting contest. Around 250,000 kids participate in the contest annually and entries are judged on spacing, size, shape, and slant.
This year, 11 students in grades kindergarten through 8th grade — including two special needs students — recieved top honors. Each winner earns a trophy, a $500 prize, and a $500 gift of educational materials for their school.
And, of course, bragging rights over their amazing handwriting. Click through to check out the winners.
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