Cursive writing will be introduced in Ontario elementary schools starting in Grade 3, with a focus on phonics starting in kindergarten and typing lessons beginning in Grade 4.

Cursive writing was previously relegated in 2006 as an optional piece of learning in Ontario elementary schools. Cursive is set to make its return to schools starting in Grade 3.

Cursive is making a comeback. Relegated in 2006 to an optional piece of learning in Ontario elementary schools, it is set to return as a mandatory part of the curriculum starting in September.

For many, the return of mandatory cursive handwriting instruction in the Ontario curriculum, starting in Grade 3, is a welcome and long-overdue move on the part of the Ministry of Education. It is ...