🎧 Episode 10 | “Do I Hafta Handwrite in My Additional Language? Typing Is Enough, Isn’t It?”
Fluent•ish the Podcast | Hosted by Rebecca & Lisa from Little Crab Educational Press
Wondering if handwriting really matters when learning a new language—or if typing is just fine?
In this Season 1 finale, we unpack how handwriting and composition affect fluency, confidence, and memory—and why your method of writing might matter more than you think.
In this episode, we explore:
✅ How handwriting strengthens brain connections and deepens learning
✅ Why writing systems like Chinese characters, Sanskrit, and Japanese kanji are worth slowing down for
✅ What research says about the benefits of freehand writing over typing
✅ How to build a flexible, judgment-free writing habit that supports your goals
Whether you’re learning French, Mandarin, or any other language, this episode will help you choose between handwriting and typing without guilt—and show you how both can support your language journey in different ways.
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