The first thing an eighth grade student does when he sits down at a computer to type something for a class project is click on the font drop down box and begin exploring the myriad fonts Word has to offer. Some have their favorites and go straight to them; others like some variety and have to figure out which font best reflects their current mood. Whatever the case, the resultant font selection is usually illegible.

If you ever ask yourself, “Who uses Jokerman?” or “What use is Kristen ITC?” or “Does anyone ever choose SNAP ITC?” the answer is always the same: these are the fonts that make middle school students’ hearts flutter and bring a flush to their faces.