penmanship

About The Guest
Jake Weidmann is a professional artist and certified as one of nine Master Penman in the world. Certified through IAMPETH (International Association of Master Penman, Engrossers and Teachers of Handwriting) in July 2011, Weidmann holds the title as the youngest Master Penman by three decades and the youngest to ever attain the title. Weidmann’s peers (other Masters) are noted for working with the White House, Queen Elizabeth and the Pope. His journey into calligraphy has been the “special sauce” for everything he now creates, incorporating the traditional calligraphic flourishing into his fine art. Weidmann is self-taught in each of his disciplines (calligraphy, painting, drawing, woodworking, and engraving). Coined by 5280 Magazine as today’s Renaissance Man, Weidmann’s analog mediums defy the digital-centric age we live in as he employs old world tools and techniques to achieve his finished works. While he typically works with private clients, Weidmann has worked with Apple, Inc., Crossway Books, and Biola University and has spoken from countless stages including Tedx and Thinq and was featured on PBS Television.
Website: jakeweidmann.com
Facebook: facebook.com/jakeweidmann
Instagram: @jakeweidmann

Show Notes
When deciding how to apply the art of penmanship for children in your schools, you will want to consider the evidence that supports handwriting as a foundation for literacy. Beyond the evidence that connects the hands in creativity and flourishing communication, you’ll hear why, how, and what tools to use in applying the art of penmanship.  

Some topics and questions covered in this episode:

• Dependency on technology to the detriment of healthy child development 
• Will you speak to cursive writing and learning to read? 
• What is the history behind Spencerian Cursive and why is it important?
• What should educators look for in curriculum for penmanship?
• How is cursive tied to phonics?
• How do writing tools make a difference?
• What tips do you have for teachers?

Resources

Commercial about Jake that Adrienne uses at teacher trainings:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvSyQDu49pI

The following are affiliate links for Jake Weidmann:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/jakeweidmann

1) link to Michal Sull's curriculum for kids --also here: https://spencerian.com/

2) link to blackwing pencils

3) link to pilot varsity pen

4) link to Jake's pens that he sells or will sell.

5) Brian Guelle's fountain pens

Master Penman Society: https://www.iampeth.com/master-penman-society

A book that Jake wishes he had read earlier in his life:
A Joy For Ever by John Ruskin
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Catch on to Cursive, an award winning homeschool curriculum, offers a unique and fun way to teach your student how to write in cursive. Master Books author, Carrie Bailey, joins the podcast to discuss why this uniquely biblical and fun cursive penmanship course works so well for third grade level students and even older students.

RESOURCES:

Catch on to Cursive

Reset for Parents

A Smarter Way to Homeschool Summit by Master Books

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS

5:09 - How the Master Books Method of Education was developed to train and educate the whole child.

6:59 - Catch on to Cursive is uniquely fun and biblical

7:28 - Students muscles need to be strengthened to write in cursive. Catch on to Cursive incorporates fun exercises to build writing stamina

8:57 - How the course is designed to be fun

9:05 - Understanding the fishing theme used throughout the course

11:47 - Using multi-sensory input including visual cues, this homeschool curriculum for cursive helps the student retain the information.

13:23 - Students learn the Gospel and the Great Commission while learning to write in cursive

15:57 - Reviews of Catch on to Cursive

16:27 - Can be taught to 3rd grade and up

19:22 - Wisdom for homeschool families. Homeschool does not need to mimic public school.

21:37 - Carrie Bailey recommends the book, Reset for Parents by Todd Friel to other homeschool families

23:25 - Watch Todd Friel's presentation on the Role Parents Play in their Child's Education

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There are only nine master penman in the world to date. Jake Weidmann is the youngest. His devotion to his craft is only outpaced by his devotion to his faith and family. Of course, his journey was anything but a straight line to success. I know you will love hearing his story.

https://www.jakeweidmann.com/

http://www.jjheller.com/podcast

If you’re like most of us, any communication you do through the written word is via the keyboard - either on your phone or at your computer. It’s no wonder that when it’s time to sit down and put pen to paper, the outcome can sometimes look more like a ransom letter than a thank you note.

Handwriting doesn’t come easy to us anymore, but it’s still very important. Some benefits of writing things down by hand include helping us feel more accomplished, help inspire our work, think conceptually, and achieve our goals.

In this episode, you’ll learn six simple tips to improve your handwriting. Grab a pen and get ready to take some notes.

• [5:35] Tip 1: It’s all in the prep.

Get your hands on the right materials before writing. Listen here to find out what simple writing tools you can invest in now to start writing like a pro. They won’t break the bank, and can easily be found either at your local office supply store or Amazon. 

• [7:22] Tip 2: Check your posture. 

You want to make sure your back is straight, feet are flat, legs are uncrossed, and your arm and hand are relaxed. I give you some quick fixes to try that can transform your writing in seconds. 

• [8:08] Tip 3: Slow down.

This seems common sense, but I’m definitely guilty of rushing my handwriting, too. Unless you’re forced to rush for some reason, there’s really no need to. Find out what can happen when you write too fast, and learn my simple rule to help you slow down.

• [9:00] Tip 4: Restrain your arm and wrist.

Most people write with their fingers which means they draw the letters, but the pros actually don’t use their fingers at all - they use their entire arm. I share with you a couple of practice techniques to make your writing more fluid and attractive. 

• [11:09] Tip 5: Create uniformity. 

Make your letters clear and consistent. (This is where practicing with grid paper can be very helpful.) Ascenders and descenders should be the same height, for example. Get even more clarity on uniform writing here.

• [12:44] Tip 6: Practice makes perfect penmanship. 

Pick up your pen when you’re not in a time crunch and practice. Grab that grid-line notebook or print out a couple of pages, and listen here to find out what sentence to write that lets your practice ALL the letters of the alphabet. 

Mentioned on the episode: 

• Episode 61: How to Write an Unforgettable Thank You Note - Listen HERE.

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