Reggie Brown Signs Her Name

Cursive Writing + Reading Comprehension Mini Lesson (Grades 3–5)

Help students see cursive writing as more than just a skill—it’s part of becoming who they want to be.

In this engaging, story-based mini lesson, students follow Reggie Brown as she receives her first autographed book and begins to see herself as a future author. Inspired by her writing teacher, Reggie realizes that learning cursive is not just a school requirement—it’s a step toward signing her own books one day.

What’s Included:

• 2 original story passages (Part 1 & Part 2)
• Multiple choice reading comprehension questions
• Reflection prompts (complete sentence responses)
• Cursive practice activities, including:
• tracing Reggie Brown’s autograph
• creating a student’s own author signature
• Teacher answer guide for easy implementation

Skills Covered:

• Reading comprehension
• Character analysis
• Written response (complete sentences)
• Goal setting and self-reflection
• Cursive handwriting practice

Why Teachers Will Love This Resource:

This lesson connects literacy skills with student identity and motivation. As many states reintroduce cursive instruction, this activity provides a meaningful and engaging way to teach handwriting through storytelling.

Students don’t just practice cursive—they connect it to their future goals as writers and creators.

Perfect For:

• Grades 3–5
• Literacy centers
• Writing lessons
• Small groups or independent work
• After-school programs