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Re:Sweden goes back to basics, swapping screens for books in... by rendaw on Thursday April 02, 2026 @11:04PM (#47622786)
How is handwriting important for cognitive development?
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Re:Sweden goes back to basics, swapping screens for books in... by elric on Friday April 03, 2026 @02:47AM (#47623911)
Presumably the combination of concentration, fine motor skills, and language use.
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Re:Sweden goes back to basics, swapping screens for books in... by rendaw on Friday April 03, 2026 @06:55AM (#47625217)
GGP presented it as if there's something unique to handwriting that's important for cognitive development. I have guesses too, but I'd like to know what research etc led to this claim, and if there's more details or nuance.
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