Zaner-Bloser
About Zaner-Bloser
Zaner-Bloser is a great resource for parents looking to teach their learner about handwriting. Zaner-Bloser has been in business for over 120 years and has a great reputation in the field of handwriting education. They are known for creating excellent handwriting instruction and handwriting assessment materials.
What Makes Zaner-Bloser unique?
What makes Zaner-Bloser’s approach to handwriting instruction so unique is how they use a multisensory approach, which helps students to learn through seeing, hearing, and doing. I love how this approach is designed to help students internalize the motor patterns needed for good handwriting. I also really appreciate how Zaner-Bloser provides a variety of handwriting materials that are tailored to different student needs and learning styles.
Zaner-Bloser is known for?
- Having over a century of experience teaching cursive and manuscript.
- Having multiple best selling books.
- Meeting the needs of teachers and students.
- Making learning enjoyable.
- Materials foster strong interpersonal connections.
What is the format for Zaner-Bloser?
The Zaner-Bloser curriculum includes a range of materials for teaching and assessing handwriting, including workbooks, videos, and assessments. The curriculum is organized by grade level and is designed to be used alongside a student’s regular reading and writing curriculum.
What instructional approach does Zaner-Bloser use?
The content in Zaner-Bloser materials is presented in an academic approach, with a focus on providing instruction and practice in handwriting skills. The materials are not designed to be used in a conversational or storytelling approach.
Does Zaner-Bloser allow my student to work on their own?
The Zaner-Bloser curriculum is great because it allows students to work independently. It is designed to be self-directed, which allows your student to work independently through the lessons and activities.
If I am using this curriculum, what will a day/lesson look like?
A typical day/lesson with the Zaner-Bloser curriculum will involve a couple of different steps. First, your student will work through a lesson in the student workbook. During this time your student will be practicing skills through a variety of activities and exercises. After this your students will complete either a related worksheet or activity.
What types of assessments does Zaner-Bloser use to check student progress and understanding?
The Zaner-Bloser curriculum provides lots of opportunities for you to formatively assess your students’ learning. This includes a variety of different assessments such as chapter tests, unit reviews, and cumulative assessments. These are great opportunities for you to check your students’ understanding of the material and their overall progress.
What tools does Zaner-Bloser provide for homeschooling parents?
When you receive your Zaner-Bloser curriculum you will find a comprehensive teacher’s guide that includes lesson plans, teaching strategies, assessment tools, and answer keys. If you would like, they also offer additional resources such as flashcards and games to supplement the curriculum.
There are also excellent resources on the www.Elephango.com website to enrich the lessons throughout this curriculum.
When used correctly, Zaner-Bloser does a great job of:
When used correctly the Zaner-Bloser curriculum will help make your student a confident and capable communicator.
What type of student is Zaner-Bloser ideal for?
Students who are
- Self-motivated
- Enjoy working independently
- Learn best through hands-on activities and exercises
- Struggling with handwriting and penmanship
What other types of students could benefit from Zaner-Bloser?
- Students who are struggling with handwriting and penmanship
- Students who need extra practice with letter formation and spacing
- Students who are preparing for standardized tests that require good handwriting
- Students who are preparing for college or a career in fields that require good handwriting, such as teaching, nursing, or law enforcement
- Students who have learning disabilities such as dysgraphia
What type of student is Zaner-Bloser NOT ideal for?
- Students who are not interested in improving their handwriting or do not see it as important
- Students who have already developed good handwriting skills and do not need additional practice
- Students who prefer to work exclusively with technology and do not want to practice handwriting
What do parents and teachers love about Zaner-Bloser?
Parents love the Zaner-Bloser curriculum because it is very clear and structured making it easy for parents to teach. You will also love the variety of practice activities and assessments they provide.
Read a testimonial about Zaner-Bloser
I really like the Zaner-Bloser curriculum. It is easy to implement in the classroom or at home, thanks to the clear and structured approach. I think the students find the multi-sensory approach very helpful and it improves their handwriting legibility which is essential for success in school and beyond.
– Colin H
