ZanerBloser

Zaner-Bloser is a brand of educational materials in the United States that specializes in handwriting instruction and literacy. It is best known for the Zaner-Bloser handwriting method, a systematic approach to teaching manuscript (print) and cursive writing that has been widely used in elementary schools. The program provides student workbooks, teacher guides, charts, and assessment tools designed to teach letter formation, stroke sequences, spacing, and consistent slant to promote legibility and fluency.

Originating in the early 20th century, the handwriting program was developed by educators associated with the Zaner and Bloser names to standardize handwriting instruction. Over time, the line expanded to include supplementary materials for spelling, grammar, and reading, reflecting an integrated approach to early literacy alongside penmanship.

Today, the Zaner-Bloser brand continues to be used in schools and educational settings, with materials offered in print and digital formats by various publishers and distributors. While handwriting instruction has diversified with other methods, Zaner-Bloser remains one of the longstanding curricula used to teach penmanship and foundational literacy skills in the United States.