CONTENTS

CHAPTER
IThe Penmanship Problem9
The Commercial Factor—The Educational Factor—Educational Value.
IIFundamentals Concerned in the Problem15
Physical Training Phase—Correct Posture—Correct Movement—Visualization of Letter Forms—Practice—Application of the Correct Habits to Daily Requirements.
IIIThe Generally Accepted Solution: Muscular Movement43
Conservation of Health a Prime Factor in the Solution—Economy of Time a Result of the Solution.
IVPreparation of the Teacher51
The Technique of the Subject—The Ability to Secure Results—The Penmanship Perspective.
VSuitable Equipment and Materials61
Text—Blackboard and the Use of It—Paper—Folders—Pencil—Pen—Penholder—Blotter—Ink—Economy in the Use of Material.
VISome Workable Suggestions72
How to Study—How to Move and Slant the Paper—Blackboard Work of the Pupils—Name Cards—Figures—Alphabet—Endurance Tests—Objectives in Good Writing Habits—Progress Lesson—Segregation—Line Quality—Samples—Preparation for the regular Visit of the Supervisor—Counting—Use of the Timepiece—Awards—Use of Standard Penmanship Tests.
VIISuggestions for the Grades, Junior and Senior High Schools85
A General Not a Specific Plan—First Grade—Second Grade—Third Grade—Fourth Grade—Fifth Grade—Sixth Grade—Seventh Grade—Eighth Grade—Junior High School—Senior High School.
VIIISupervision and the Penmanship Supervisor113
Supervision in the Past—Function of the Supervisor—Leadership a Prime Qualification—Personality a Necessary Qualification—Broad Preparation Indispensable to the Supervisor—Continual Preparation Essential—Rating—The Best Qualified Supervisor.
Bibliography123
Index126