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Image caption: 12th Annual Cursive Is Cool\u00ae Contest Launches Nationwide for Students in Grades K\u20137.<\/em><\/p>\n
Now in its 12th year, the Cursive Is Cool\u00ae contest continues to grow in reach and enthusiasm, engaging students, teachers, and families worldwide. Children are invited to submit original cursive writing entries, which are judged on legibility, neatness, and creative content.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur judges are excited every year to see what children write,\u201d said Lauren Mooney Bear, CG, Campaign for Cursive Chair and immediate past President of AHAF. \u201cThe entries are enlightening, often entertaining, and always inspiring. We are delighted to help young writers find their voices.\u201d<\/p>\n
The contest is supported by a wide range of individuals and businesses from around the globe, including Amsterdam Printing, Blind Pig Press, Caran d\u2019Ache, Christy Zwenger Author, CursiveLogic, Dixon Ticonderoga, Fahrney\u2019s Pens, Gary\u2019s RV Repair (AZ), Itoya, J6R6, Louise Borden Author, Mirthos Paper, New American Cursive, PEN World, Profolio, Sakura, Sheila Lowe Author, and Writing Academy.<\/p>\n
\u201cWrite – don\u2019t type,\u201d said Dr. Marion Rollings, Certified Graphologist. \u201cCursive writing is creative, personal, and fun. It also gives kids the opportunity to experiment with different pens and discover their own writing style.\u201d<\/p>\n
Students are encouraged to enter early. First, Second, and Third Place prizes will be awarded in each grade based on handwriting quality, and two additional prizes per grade will be awarded for Creative Content, giving every participant a chance to win. Exceptional teachers will also be recognized.<\/p>\n The contest runs January 23 through April 15, 2026.<\/p>\n For more information, contact Lauren Mooney Bear at mooneybear19@gmail.com<\/a> or Charles Talmadge at durufle8@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n Learn more and enter: You don\u2019t have to be the best writer around Entering\u2019s easy\u2014jump right in, ABOUT THE AMERICAN HANDWRITING ANALYSIS FOUNDATION<\/strong><\/p>\n The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation is a California-chartered 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization and the sponsor of Campaign for Cursive\u00ae. AHAF\u2019s mission is to promote and advance the profession of handwriting analysis and to educate the public about the importance of handwriting. Donations are welcome.<\/p>\n Visit https:\/\/ahafhandwriting.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n MEDIA CONTACT:<\/strong> MULTIMEDIA:<\/strong><\/p>\n Video: https:\/\/ahafhandwriting.org\/video\/C4C_Kids_video.mp4<\/a><\/p>\n![\"CURSIVE](\"https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/images\/26-0129-s2p-cic-kodiwriting-800x600.webp\")
Image caption: Kobi: one of the Creative category winners.<\/em><\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/ahafhandwriting.org\/Campaign_for_Cursive_Contest_2026<\/a><\/p>\n
\nTo let your cursive skills be found.
\nPut pen to paper\u2014give it a try,
\nYour words might soar, your letters fly!<\/em><\/p>\n
\nEvery page could help you win!<\/em><\/p>\n
\nSheila Lowe, President, AHAF
\n805-341-7833 (media only)
\nahaf@ahafhandwriting.org<\/p>\n
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