Chennai, April 22 -- Writing by Hand Boosts Brain Power

In today's tech-dependent world of smartphones and laptops, it is not surprising that most kids are more comfortable using a keyboard than a pen. Many states in the US have dropped cursive writing from their curriculum as students use laptops to type and organize their notes. In many ways, it is easier to use a laptop to take down notes in class as this method allows for quicker note-taking and students can easily share notes or look up information if required. However, recent studies show that there are several reasons why writing by hand is a better option. Here are 7 reasons why writing by hand is important:

* Boosts Cognitive Skills

Writing by hand is an essential tool in the ...