The Spencerian Correspondence Method

The Spencerian Correspondence Method is a structured approach to learning cursive handwriting developed by Platt Rogers Spencer in the mid-19th century. It emphasizes practicing letter shapes and connections through a series of graded lessons and examples sent between teacher and student. This method encourages gradual skill development by analyzing and mimicking high-quality scripts, promoting elegant, consistent handwriting. It combines instructional materials, practice exercises, and feedback to help students refine their penmanship over time, making it effective for both personal and professional writing.