Write It For Me

B2-C1 lesson plan

1. Discuss the following questions with your partner.

Do you think people's handwriting changes over time? If so, what factors
do you believe contribute to these changes?
In your opinion, how much emphasis should be placed on teaching cursive
writing in schools today?
Have you ever received a handwritten letter or note that had a significant
impact on you? What made it memorable?
Do you believe handwriting can accurately reflect an individual's
personality traits? Why or why not?
How would you feel if your employer asked for a handwritten sample
during a job interview to assess certain personality traits?

2. Review the list of words and phrases. Next to each one, write 'P' if it has a positive meaning or 'N' if it has a
negative meaning and explain your choice. Some words/phrases might have both meanings.
ambitious ____ well-adjusted ____ determined ____
empathetic ____ reserved ____ visionary ____
self-esteem ____ stubborn ____ meticulous ____
outgoing ____ confident ____ persistence to achieve your goals ____
sentimental ____ detail-oriented ____ reliable ____
enthusiastic ____ childlike curiosity ____ dislike being alone ____
people-oriented ____ overwhelmed ____ organised ____
have patience for inadequacy ____ adaptable ____ self-critical ____
self-awareness ____ introspective____
3. Fill in the gaps with the correct forms of the words from the previous task. You can change the parts of speech.

1.She is _______________(ambition) and dreams of becoming a successful entrepreneur.

2.The _______________(meticulosity) detective carefully examined every piece of evidence.
3.Her feelings of _______________(inadequate) prevented her from pursuing her goals.
4.His _______________(curious) led him to explore different cultures and traditions.
5.Through _______________(awareness), he recognised his strengths and weaknesses.
6.She felt _______________(overwhelm) by the amount of work that needed to be done.
7.John is _______________(rely) and always completes his tasks on time.
8.Being _______________(adapt), she quickly adjusted to the changes in her workplace.
9.The _______________(sentiment) gift brought tears to her eyes as it reminded her of cherished memories.
10.He is _______________(reserve) and prefers spending time alone rather than in large groups.
11.Mark's _______________(introspect) nature allows him to reflect deeply on his thoughts and emotions.
12.The _______________(enthusiasm) crowd cheered loudly during the concert.
13.Despite opposition, she remained _______________(stubbornness) and refused to change her opinion.
14.With a _______________(determination) mindset, he overcame all obstacles to achieve success.
15.As a _______________(vision) leader, he had innovative ideas for the company's future.
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4. Read the dialogue between two friends about handwriting and match the underlined words with their synonyms.

persistence ____ meticulous ____ well-adjusted ____ dislike being alone ____
empathetic ____ enthusiastic ____ stubborn ____ have patience for inadequacy ____

John: Hey, Tim. What are you doing?

Timothy: I'm practicing my handwriting.
John: Handwriting? Really? That's kind of old-fashioned, don't you think?
Timothy: Yeah, but did you know that your handwriting can say a lot about your personality?
John: Seriously? Tell me more.
Timothy: Well, for example, if your handwriting is balanced and evenly spaced, it means you're a calm and
1)balanced person.
John: Hmm...okay, let me see mine...
Timothy: Yours is all over the place! Looks like you might be 2)eager and impulsive.
John: Ha, yeah that sounds about right.
Timothy: And if your handwriting is neat and 3)diligent, it shows you're dedicated and take pride in your work.
John: Is that why you practice your handwriting so much?
Timothy: Partly. But also because messy handwriting reflects an untidy mind, according to some experts.
John: Interesting. What does it mean if someone has sloppy handwriting?
Timothy: It could suggest they have trouble paying attention to detail or 4)tolerate imperfections. Or maybe they're
just rushed when writing.
John: Fascinating. Okay, what about this one - loopy handwriting?
Timothy: It could indicate a creative and 5)compassionate individual.
John: Wow, who knew handwriting was so revealing?
Timothy: Exactly. Oh, watch out, John. Your "t"s are really tall. It means you could be 6)obstinate and resistant to
change.
John: Uh oh. Better work on those. How about people with really small writing?
Timothy: They tend to be reserved and 7)averse to solitude. Not keen on being alone for long periods of time.
John: That makes sense. So which category do you fall under?
Timothy: My 8)tenacity for practicing my handwriting already tells you I'm pretty determined and persistent.
John: Haha, very true. Can't argue with that.
Timothy: See? Handwriting can tell us a lot!
5. Optional task. Complete the sentences with your own ideas.
I might be diligent when...
I am eager to explore...
Compassion shines through when...
I find myself averse to solitude when...
I feel most balanced when...
Tolerating imperfections becomes important when...
Obstinance shows up in my personality when...
Tenacity becomes evident when...
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6. Discuss the following questions with your partner.

What are the pros and cons of being really ambitious?
Is it better to be people-oriented or detail-oriented?
Would you like to work with a meticulous or empathetic person? Why?
Do you have patience for inadequacy? Explain your answer.
What is more important to have in life: a childlike curiosity or persistence to achieve
your goals?
Do you agree that self-esteem and self-awareness are crucial these days? Why?
What kind of situation might make you feel overwhelmed?
7. Complete the tasks below. Then, watch the video and check the answers.
Handwrite these sentence: The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.

Try to guess the categories that will be mentioned in the video that impact your
handwriting, and tick them. Scan or click to watch.
Use of capitalisation Baseline consistency
Erasures or corrections How you are dotting your i's
The size of your handwriting The way you cross your T's
Spacing between words Doodling or decorations
Pressure used while writing Type of margins
Slanting of the words Use of cursive or print
8. Match the type of handwriting with its meaning. Watch the video again to check your answers if necessary.

1.large handwriting ____ a.tend to be logical, practical, and pragmatic

2.narrow spacing between words ____ b.open to new experiences
3.write without slanting ____ c.detail-oriented, organized, and empathetic
4.dot right over the “I” ____ d.want to feel understood and noticed
5.short crosses ____ e.lack the determination to complete tasks
6.a wide left margin ____ f.dislike being alone
9. Pair up and reflect on the results you got after watching the video. Consider whether the information presented in
the video resonates with your personality.
Then, swap your handwriting samples (swap pieces of paper if you're working offline, or send photos of your
handwriting if you're working online).
Try to analyse your partner's personality based on their handwriting.
Share with your partner the personality traits you think they might have based on the information from the video,
and contemplate whether your assessment was accurate.

10. Discuss the questions:

1) Have you found out anything new about yourself?
2) How accurate was the information about you? How accurate was your partner?
3) Was it challenging to analyse your partner’s handwriting? If so, what specifically made it complicated?
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11. Look at the examples of the handwriting of some famous people and try to guess which handwriting is whose.
1. 2. 3. 4.

Beyonce Steve Jobs J. K. Rowling Kim Kardashian

12. Work in pairs or mini-groups and try to analyse the given pieces of handwriting.
You can use the video script of the handwriting facts.

Video script
1. The size of your handwriting. Did you know that the size of your handwriting can represent the level of self-esteem
and self-awareness you have? It's one of the more reliable things to look out for since it doesn't change too often over
time. Large handwriting may show that you're outgoing, people-oriented, and that you want to feel understood and
noticed. On the other hand, small handwriting may mean that you're shy, detail-oriented, and meticulous. Writing
that is average in size shows that you're well-adjusted and adaptable.
2. Spacing between words. Do you leave a large gap between your words when you write? According to a study by
Klein, the distance between two words can show how close or how far you feel towards other people. If you write with
wide spacing and gaps between your words, then it may signify that you enjoy your freedom and dislike being
overwhelmed. On the other hand, leaving a narrow spacing between words may describe those who dislike being
alone.
3. Slanting of the words. Did you know that the slant in your handwriting can tell what personal qualities you have?
The tendency to slant to the right means you're sentimental, open to new experiences, and you're someone who highly
values their friends and family. While slanting to the left may show that you're more introspective, reserved, and
you're someone who prefers to work behind the scenes. If you write without slanting at all, then you tend to be logical,
practical, and pragmatic.
4. How are you dotting your i’s? How you dot your i’s can say a
lot about you. Adding your dot way above the i shows you
have a great imagination, while adding the dot right over the i
shows that you may be more detail-oriented, organized, and
empathetic in what you say or do. If you use a slash instead of
a dot, then you may be overly self-critical and have little
patience for inadequacy. And adding circles instead of dots
signals a childlike curiosity and a want to be a visionary.
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5. The way you cross your T's. Similarly, the way you cross your T's can be telling of your ability and persistence to
achieve your goals. Crossing at the top of the T indicates that you have good self-esteem and are ambitious, and you set
big goals. If the cross is in the middle, then youtend to be confident and feel comfortable in your skin. Long crosses
show that you are determined and enthusiastic, even if you may be stubborn at times, while short crosses show that
you may lack the determination to complete tasks.
6. Type of margins. You leave a large or narrow margin when you write. The amount of space you leave can say a lot
about your outlook and attitude towards life. The width of the left margin represents your view of the past, so a narrow
left margin shows that you base most of your actions and views on your past experiences, while a wide left margin
shows that you are keen to move on from your past to embrace the future and be open to new experiences. Similarly,
the right margin can be telling of your attitude to the future. If you leave a narrow right margin, then you tend to
embrace the future and are sociable and adaptable, whereas a wide right margin shows that you are more cautious
about the future and prefer the current stability you have.
13. Optional activity. Kahoot quiz. Let’ s have fun and take a Kahoot quiz to find out some
interesting handwriting facts. Get ready to test your gaming knowledge! For the teacher: In the
settings of the game (3 dots), you need to choose 'Show questions and answers.' This way,
students don't need to use an additional device to play.
14. Choose one of the writing tasks and complete it using the vocabulary from the lesson.
Create an Instagram post showcasing your improved handwriting skills after diligently Scan or click to play.
practicing for a month. Use the hashtags #handwritinggoals and
#personalitydevelopment to describe how your improved handwriting reflects your
eagerness to improve and your tenacity in achieving your goals.
Write an email to a friend explaining the connection between handwriting and personality and how your
handwriting reveals your compassionate nature. Use examples of your handwriting and how it reflects your
empathy towards others.
Compose a blog post discussing the benefits of handwriting analysis in understanding one's personality. Include
personal experiences of how your handwriting has evolved over the years, showcasing your tenacity to improve
and discussing how it has positively impacted your relationships.
15. Revise the words for the next lesson. Use this Quizlet set. You can also play different games to practice or even
test yourself in the Quizlet app or on the site.

Scan or click to play.

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Writing task