Self-Instruction in Handwriting--Ages 12 and Up

This book is divided into two parts: manuscript and cursive. It provides opportunities to practice the letters in isolation and within the context of words and sentences. Paper positions, pencil positions, hints and self-evaluation guides are included to help you learn to write legibly with ease and fluency.

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Calligraphy: From Beginner to Expert Kit

Now your kids can add that special touch of beauty to their cards, stationery, gifts, and more! This comprehensive, fully illustrated calligraphy guide explains basic skills and advanced techniques. Soon they'll know how to write in more than 15 alphabet styles. Kit includes three Speedball Elegant Writer markers in red, black, and blue. 48 pages, softcover.

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Calligraphy Alphabets Made Easy

Create hand-lettered Victorian valentines and Christmas cards. Send invitations in Celtic script. Sure to inspire your 10- to 18-year-olds, this beginner's guide features 365 different calligraphy alphabets and 52 creative lettering projects. 111 pages, softcover from Perigee.

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Spencerian Theory Book- Set

Since 1874, Spencerian penmanship has been admired for its beauty and acclaimed for its ease and speed. Now you can use this time-tested method to teach your students how to write clearly and gracefully. Encouraged to think about the theory's principles while they are writing, children learn step-by-step how to form letters, words, numbers, and sentences from seven basic strokes. Includes detailed teacher's guide and five practice booklets. From Mott Media.

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The Complete Calligraphy Set

The original Greek word means "beautiful writing." And your budding calligraphers will get off to a beautiful start with this kit designed to instruct and inspire. Two 96-page spiralbound tutorials cover all the fundamentals and provide expert guidance; stunning examples of poetry, brochures, and more; and over 30 step-by-step projects. Includes pen holder, nibs, HB pencil, paint brush, paint, and ink. From Penguin.

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Typing Instructor Platinum CD-ROM

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced typist, this award-winning resource will help you improve your speed and accuracy! With more than 300 lesson plans, 30 challenging family-friendly games, and instant test results to track your progress, you'll stay motivated to accomplish your goals. Learn in English or Spanish! Ages 8 and up. 580MB RAM, Windows 00/7/XP/Vista or Macintosh OS X/10.4. From Individual Software.

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