Dysgraphia, Writing & Sensory Processing Disorder
Approximately 10% of children and adults may have dysgraphia. Some children will have difficulties with spelling, others will struggle more with writing and some could struggle with both.
It is not uncommon for children who have sensory processing disorder to also struggle with dysgraphia too.
Sensory processing disorder is when the brain has difficulty processing and responding to sensory input.
This can result in having difficulty with fine motor skills and can also contribute to the challenges faced by those with dysgraphia.
Dysgraphia is a learning disorder that affects how a child is able to write and spell. It is also known as being a writing disability. Dysgraphia can affect adults and children. Children can also have other learning disabilities too and diagnosis too when they struggle with Dysgraphia.
There are therapies and strategies that can help children with sensory processing disorder and dysgraphia. Occupational therapy and sensory integration therapy can help children develop the skills needed to manage their sensory input and improve their fine motor skills.
Dysgraphia is a disorder that affects a person's ability to write. It is a specific learning disability that is characterized by difficulty with handwriting, spelling, and organizing thoughts on paper. Dysgraphia is a problem with the motor skills that are involved in writing and the ability to put ideas down in a coherent and organized manner.
Dysgraphia is a disorder that affects a person's ability to write. It is a specific learning disability that is characterized by difficulty with handwriting, spelling, and organizing thoughts on paper. Dysgraphia is a problem with the motor skills that are involved in writing and the ability to put ideas down in a coherent and organized manner.
There are a lot of different ways to help children with dysgraphia improve their writing skills and overcome these challenges. They will require a diagnosis from a school psychologist or an occupational therapist.
It is very important for teachers and parents to create a supportive environment for children with dysgraphia. This can include providing extra time for writing assignments, breaking down tasks into smaller parts and allowing for alternative forms of assessment like oral presentations.
If you are concerned that your child may have Dysgraphia, talk to your child's school psychologist or an occupational therapist.
There are so many tools and ideas that you can try to help your child when they are struggling with Dysgraphia.
- Have you child try a few different pencil grips
- Purchase your child some wide ruled paper or paper with raised lines to practice writing
- Don't criticize your child's work and praise them when they try
- Offer positive reinforcement
- Talk to your child about Dyspraxia so they understand
- Practice fine motor activities
- Remain calm and patient (your child may be feeling anxious, frustrated, stupid etc.)
- Practice for 5-10 min at a time
- Make it fun! Use toys and tools
- Family game nights with puzzles or writing
- Ask your child to choose their own pens and pencils
- Try different pencils, pens and crayons that have different shapes and sizes
The symptoms of dysgraphia can be different for each child who is struggling with it but there are some common signs to look out for. Young children may have difficulty holding a pencil or crayon, poor handwriting, and difficulties with letter formation and spacing. When a child gets older they may struggle with spelling, writing legibly, and organizing thoughts on paper.
In adults who have dysgraphia can manifest as difficulty with handwriting, spelling, struggles with note-taking, and difficulty expressing thoughts in writing.
In adults who have dysgraphia can manifest as difficulty with handwriting, spelling, struggles with note-taking, and difficulty expressing thoughts in writing.
Adults with dysgraphia may also struggle with tasks that require fine motor skills, such as filling out forms or signing their name.
- incorrect use of capitals
- not including words in sentences
- not using the correct words
- poor or unreadable handwriting
- incorrect spelling
- mixing printing letter with cursive letters together
- writing slowly
- incomplete words
- misuse of lines and margins
- awkward body position
- Often erasing
- avoids writing
- unusual paper position while writing
- inconsistent letter shapes
- writing too large or too small
- inappropriate spacing between letters
- speaking out what they are writing as they are writing
- feeling tired after writing a short amount
- watching their hands as they are writing and printing
- tight grip while they are writing
- holding pencil/pen in odd positions while writing
- they have difficulty writing notes in school
- difficulty thinking of words to write
- struggles to communicate through writing
- unfinished sentences
- pain or cramps in fingers or wrists while writing
There are several skills needed for children to learn to write and print. Visual-Motor Skills, fine motor skills, hand strength and sensory feedback.
Fine Motor Activities
- finger painting
- puzzles
- building blocks and Lego
- playing and squishing sensory dough
- cutting paper with scissors
- making bead necklaces
- stacking and sorting colorful blocks
- wooden geo board and rubber bands
- stacking noodles on sticks in Styrofoam
- glue seeds on paper, making crafts
- stringing buttons on a string
- rolling tissue paper and glue it on a picture
- pushing pegs into a peg board
- cutting, pressing and making art with clay
- cutting, squishing, playing or creating with Kinetic sand
- looking for objects in sand or sensory bin
Talk to your child's school about your concerns and their needs. They may be qualified for an Individualized Education Program. (IEP) When your child has an IEP or 504 plan you can request your child have extra help at school and accommodations.
- your child uses an iPad or computer
- shorter assignments
- use a recorder for notes
- use a voice dictation device
Hand Strength Activities
- squeezing clothespins
- building with blocks
- climbing
- using tongs and tweezers
- squeezing glue bottles
- popping bubble wrap
- crumbling paper
- cutting with scissors
- playing with play dough
- squeezing a wet sponge
- spraying with spray bottles
- hole punching paper
- hide and find objects in putty
Visual-Motor Activities
- stacking blocks
- pouring liquid from one to container to another container
- completing mazes
- connect the dots exercises
- completing puzzles
- tracing letters, numbers or shapes
- practice writing in shaving cream, sand or finger paints
- matching shapes
- playing catch
- hitting a balloon back and forth
- bean bag throwing games
- stringing beads by color and size
Visual Edge Slant Board - Adjustable, Portable Workstation with Magnetic WhiteBoard and 22° Working Surface for Optimal Writing and Reading
Our Visual Edge writing board features a 22° working surface scientifically designed to promote good posture, reduce fatigue and provide optimal visual distance to improve work performance
This sturdy whiteboard comes with flexible and foldable legs for stability during work and compact storage when not in use
A Dry Erase and Magnetic board surface makes direct onboard tasks like taking notes and visualizing easier and help kids develop better cognitive skills through games and puzzles
ABC Learning for Toddlers, Montessori Alphabet Number Tracing Toys, Handwriting Practice for Preschool 3 4 5 Years Old Kids, LCD Writing Tablet
ABC preschool children learning handwriting board, LCD display screen, no blue light, no glare, eye protection, can be used for a long time. 8.5-inch screen, give children enough writing space.
This handwriting pad can be used for ABC practice and number practice, there are stroke tracks for letters and numbers that children can follow, It can be a good exercise for children's manual skill
Handwriting board has a one-touch clear function, can be repeatedly used many times, no longer use to worry about finding the eraser, it is really convenient, and do not have to worry about children will get their hands and clothes dirty.
The Pencil Grip Writing CLAW, Small Size, Assorted Colors, Set of 12
The Writing CLAW is designed for proper grip development. With The Writing CLAW, children do not need to think about the mechanics of the correct grip. These writing aids are recommended by Occupational Therapists, Teachers & Principals.
Ergonomic Hand Grippers: The Pencil Grip fits on pencils, primary pencils, pens, crayons, markers, paint brushes, etc., so its benefits can be widely enjoyed.
Colorful Pencil Grippers: A comfortable hand has more control and shows improved handwriting. The grip builds the positive habit of an efficient grip and produces improved handwriting and control.
Magnatabs More fun than tracing paper, and more environmentally-friendly too, Magnatabs lets kids practice writing by running the magnetic stylus over dotted characters. Little metal balls pop up like magic to form the letters and numbers over and over (and over) again. Arrows provide visual guidance that teach children how to form the letters and numbers properly while developing fine motor skills. 'Erase' the letters by running your finger over the bumps. Great for use at home or on the go since there’s no cleanup required!
Encourages proper writing skills with visual cues
For kids with writing and fine motor challenges
Strengthens letter and number recognition
Age 3+
Special Supplies 50 Squishy Pencil Grips for Kids and Adults - Colorful, Cushioned Holders for Handwriting, Drawing, Coloring - Ergonomic Right or Left-Handed Use - Reusable (50)
When you’re little, gripping a pencil can be challenging. And if you’re struggling with staying focused because of ADD or ADHD, it can be especially tough to want to hang onto the pencil and keep working on projects or assignments. That’s why Special Supplies Squishy Pencil Grips help those who need a little extra support when they’re writing, drawing, or simply being creative. Our soft and flexible pencil and pen grips slide onto the “barrel” of your writing instrument to give you a better grip but also to gently stimulate your fingers and hands as you’re working.
Wikki Stix provide school readiness with kindergarten learning activities. The fun, colorful, easy way to learn letters, numbers and shapes, Wikki Stix are mistake-proof which helps build self-confidence. Developmentally appropriate for preschoolers, Wikki Stix help with fine motor skills by providing an involved, tactile learning experience. Wikki Stix simply stick onto the cards with fingertip pressure… and are easy to peel up to make changes or corrections! 144 total Wikki Stix in the set!
Alphabet Cards:
Colorful individual cards are sturdy for repeated use, and have safe, rounded corners.
Channie's My First Alphabet & Number Dry Erase Handwriting Learning Penmanship Tracing ABC Flash Cards | 26 Letter Flashcards, 10 Numbers for Preschool Pre Kindergarten Toddlers 3-5 Years Old
Pre-K to Kindergarten Alphabet Flash Cards: The flashcards offer plenty of space for children to learn comfortably; the jumbo block size fits small hands for younger kids, with spacing lines to practice proper spacing!
Dry Erase, Wipes Clean Easily: The dry erase flashcards are perfect for learning without pressure! Gives toddlers the perfect activity to reinforce their learning
Visual Format Guides Neat Handwriting From The Start: The flashcards' traceable lines and colored blocks make learning numbers and letters easy and fun; green shading is perfect for learning how to write straight
20 Pieces Adjustable Pencil Weights Kit Handwriting Aid Metal Pencil Weights Weighted Pencil Weights for Handwriting Autism Learning Materials
Suitable Size: the inner diameters of these weighted writing aids for handwriting are approx. 0.3 inch, the right sizes are suitable to hold many standard pencils; Please pay attention to confirm the stylus handle size you need before purchase
Package Includes: you will receive 20 pieces pencil weights for kids handwriting in 4 different weights, the quantity is sufficient for your writing usage and replacements, you can also share them with your friends or classmates
Help Improve Concentration: these weighted writing aids are suitable for people with use disorders, autism, ADHD, tremor and so on, they can help improve concentration and attention by providing more sensory input to the hand during writing
Abilitations Hi-Write Beginner Paper, Level 2, Pack of 100
Our Hi-Write paper is designed to build children’s confidence in their writing abilities. The dotted lines and highlighted spaces provide a helpful guide for character sizing and placement. Abilitations strives to enhance the lives of individuals with special sensory needs. We provide a complete line of resources and tools to inspire, empower and promote independence.
Abilitations is a proprietary brand of School Specialty
Writing paper is 5/8 inch ruled
Dysgraphia: Workbook for kids. Fun activity book. Different puzzles and brain challenges: connect the dots, coloring, drawing, mazes, spot the ... matching... (Dysgraphia Books Collection)
Has your kid been diagnosed with dysgraphia? This activity book is an engaging and effective tool to help your little one to overcome that condition.
Early detection and intervention are key in any learning difficulty like dysgraphia. It enables to adapt their teaching, focus on the skills they need to improve and avoid emotional consequences.
This activity book is a great dysgraphia tool for kids. There are all kind of exercises that have been designed to work on fine motor and spatial skills. That is to say, to focus on having better pencil control and visual perception in order to improve handwriting.
Visual Edge Slant Board (Blue) - Homeschooling Sloped Learning Station for Kids Optimal Reading and Writing - Portable Desktop Magnetic Dry Erase White Board
When you write on a flat surface you utilize only the muscles in your wrist. When you raise your arm up at an angle you incorporate the use of your forearm muscles. Thus giving you more control and having less fatigue.
22 Degree slant board working surface scientifically & ergonomically designed for optimal visual distance to improve performance & early childhood development
Magnetic dry erase board for direct onboard tasks such as taking notes & visualizing.
Pencil Grips for Kids writing. Handwriting aid, posture correction
Messy handwriting, holding a pen wrongly, pressing too hard on the paper are the most common struggles for kids with writing issues or children with special needs.
Using an ergonomic training pencil grip will give your child a much more relaxed writing experience. A pencil gripper can help by guiding kid’s fingers to the proper tripod grasp.
Wistig pencil grippers are suitable for both right-handed and left-handed people. These colorful correction tools will enable your child to develop fine motor skills, control the pencil efficiently and complete the tasks without getting frustrated or tired.
Change your child’s life and make writing fun!
Dysgraphia tools for kids. 100 activities and games to improve writing skills in kids with dysgraphia and dyslexia. Volume 1. Black & White Edition.
Dysgraphia is a neurological disorder that generally appears when children are first learning to write. Experts are not sure what causes it, but early treatment can help prevent or reduce problems.
The vast majority of children with dysgraphia do not suffer from any intellectual or neurological impairment. The handwriting in people with dysgraphia is often messy and simple things like holding the pencil can become a tedious task.
Channie’s Easy-to-Hold Write Size Wooden Lead No2 Presharpened Graphite Kids’ Pencils for 3-6 Year Olds, 2 Pack (10 Pencils)
Complete School Set - Two sets with 5 wood pencils each; Ready to use in kindergarten or preschool; Pencils come presharpened for immediate use
Suits Adults Too - Large Pencils are also perfect for artists, older students, and carpenters with big hands; Write, sketch, and draw effortlessly and efficiently with a soft grip
Improves Skill & Penmanship - Perfect tool for young children practicing drawing and handwriting; Channie’s large pencils help youngsters form letters and numbers properly for better penmanship and more accurate practice
Fine Motor and Handwriting Development
Abilitations Hi-Write Beginner Journal Paper, Level 1, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 100 Sheets
Our Hi-Write paper is designed to build children’s confidence in their writing abilities. The dotted lines and highlighted spaces provide a helpful guide for character sizing and placement. Abilitations strives to enhance the lives of individuals with special sensory needs. We provide a complete line of resources and tools to inspire, empower and promote independence.
Abilitations is a proprietary brand of School Specialty - We believe that given the right environment, every student can flourish
Journal paper is 11/16 inch ruled
Printing Practice Handwriting Workbook for Boys is designed to inspire boys’ interest in learning and practicing to print writing phrases and sentences by hand. Boys enjoy reading phrases like, “No girls allowed,” or, “Spy games are fun,” and sentences like, “Meet me at the secret clubhouse,” or “It would be so cool to have super powers.” Exercises like these help to make learning fun, whether in the classroom or at home.
This workbook focuses on writing phrases and sentences in print in four parts:
Students first trace and then copy words and short phrases in Part 1.
There are longer phrases and short sentences in Part 2. Students trace and then copy the words.
The Ticonderoga beginner pencil that teachers and parents love in bright neon colors! This triangular shaped, over sized pencil is ideal for children in the early stages of their writing development. The large size (13/32") is easy for small hands to hold while the naturally ergonomic, triangular shape helps teach correct pencil grip. Matching neon latex-free erasers. The thick graphite #2 core delivers a broad smooth line. Premium wood harvested from responsibly managed sources provides smooth, even sharpening with minimal breakage. Teachers prefer Ticonderoga for its dependability and craftsmanship. Each pack includes 12 pencils.
32 Pcs Spaceman Writing Tools Spacers for Colored Handwriting Spacer Tool Wooden Kids One Finger Students School Classroom
Ample Quantities to Use and Share: there are 32 pieces of writing tools for kids in the package. These spaceman spacers for writing are good tools to train children to control the writing distance, and help them develop a good writing habit; A variety of color choices can develop children's interest in learning
Reliable Wood Material: the finger spacing handwriting tools are made of quality wood material, printed with safe and reliable paint, polished with smooth surfaces and without pointed corners and edges, your sweetness can play with them with confidence; And the wood material decides that they are not easy to break, serving you for a long time
Magnatabs More fun than tracing paper, and more environmentally-friendly too, Magnatabs lets kids practice writing by running the magnetic stylus over dotted characters. Little metal balls pop up like magic to form the letters and numbers over and over (and over) again. Arrows provide visual guidance that teach children how to form the letters and numbers properly while developing fine motor skills. 'Erase' the letters by running your finger over the bumps. Great for use at home or on the go since there’s no cleanup required!
Encourages proper writing skills with visual cues
For kids with writing and fine motor challenges
Strengthens letter and number recognition
Age 3+
Channie’s Practice Handwriting & Printing Paper Workbook One Page A Day, 250 Pages Front & Back, 125 Sheets, Grades PreK – 1st, Size 8.5” x 11”
Visual Handwriting Paper, Patent Pending; 125 Strong Visual Color-Coded Double-Sided Paper Sheets; Grades Pre-K - 3; Perfect for Elementary School Children; Great Resource for Special Education
Blocks Aid Consistent Letter Size; Spacing Lines Guide Proper Spacing; Green Shade Helps Maintain Small Case Position and Creates a Guide for Writing Straight Sentences to Avoid Landslide Writing Style;
Print, Write, and Copy; Daily Practice Pad Builds and Improves Skills; Promotes Learning, Tracing, and Practicing ABCs, Letters, Words, Numbers, Sentences, and Penmanship
Magic Ink Copybooks for Kids Reusable Handwriting Workbooks for Preschools Grooves Template Design and Handwriting Aid Magic Practice Copybook for Kids The Print Writing (4 Books with Pens)
The matching refill uses magic ink, it can automatically decoloration in 30 minutes after writing, so the copybook can be used repeatedly. Correct the Method of Holding Pen: Each book has a detailed description of how to hold the pen, and a silicone handwriting aid is provided to facilitate children to master the method of holding pen. 4 In 1 Copybook Set: Inclued Enghlish letter, Addition and Subtraction,Interesting Drawing, Number 1-100
Easy to Practice: The copybooks have three-dimensional grooves template design,which is convenient for kids to master writing.
High Quality The paper is thick and not easy to smudges. Great for Kids Writing.
PenAgain Twist 'N Write Pencil Kids Learning Writing Assorted Colors 4 Count
Twist-n-Write Pencil is specially designed to fit smaller hands and make writing easier. The thick 2mm pencil lead never needs sharpening. Just twist the tip to expose more lead. Kids get excited about the Twist-n-Write because itputs the fun back into writing. The pen's wishbone shaped body naturally shapes the fingers into the school-taught "tripod" finger grasp. Whether your kids are doodling or practicing longhand, the soft rubber body and curvy shape are built for comfort. What Harry Potter books did to get kids reading again, Twist-n-Write will do to get them back to the joy of writing and help them focus on their content without worrying about their pencil grip or their writing speed. The Twist-n-Write4-pack has pencils in green, pink, purple and blue.
Bear Claw Pencils (pack of 6) - Fat, Thick, Strong, Triangular Grip, Graphite, 2B Lead with Eraser - Suitable for Kids, Art, Drawing, Drafting, Sketching & Shading
THICK & FAT GRAPHITE CORE: 0.4 x 0.4 x 7 inches. Its jumbo wood barrel and chubby lead core make this pencil strong and difficult to break.
ARTIST QUALITY 2B PENCIL: Enables artists, students, and carpenters to write , sketch, and draw effortlessly and efficiently.
TRIANGULAR SHAPED GRIP: Helps kids to grip securely and build motor skills. Suits adults with large hands who tend to overpower thin pencils.
100% NATURAL RED WOOD: Eco-friendly and stylish.
BULKY ERASER: Makes it quick and easy to correct mistakes.
3/8" Dashed Handwriting line, Rolling, self-Inking Stamp. Handwriting Practice Tool for Teachers/OT’s/Homeschool/Special Ed, Size for 3rd Grade or Later.
Quickly draw dashed handwriting lines 3/8" tall which are great for older students, special needs or advance younger writers.
Support American small business, Occupational therapy and special needs. Created and distributed by an OT school based teacher in the USA.
LegiLiner Sizes are color coded similar to Theraband / Theraputty and available in bundles so you can save $.
3 sized of dashed lines are available to bundle in the Legi Liner store.
Therapy Shoppe Handwriting Tools Sampler Kit #2 Our newest sampler kit features a 14-piece assortment of innovative pencil grips and writing tools! Hand selected by our occupational therapists, this writing kit includes: a Solo Grip, Contoured Right Grip, Squishy Jelly Grip, Thick Massager Grip, a Peppermint Pencil, Standard Tri-Write (triangular-shaped) Pencil, My First Tri-Write (triangular-shaped) Pencil, a Jumbo Round Beginner Pencil, Laddie Intermediate (triangular-shaped) Pencil, one of our exclusive Color-Changing Pencils, 2 Scented Cap Erasers, a Porcupine Pencil Topper, and a Kneadable Fidget Eraser
Therapy Shoppe Wipe Clean Worksheet Covers
Save paper and eliminate copying costs with these reusable wipe clean worksheet covers! Clear, 9”x12” sleeve-like covers turn coloring pages and worksheets into infinitely reusable activities. Great for tracing, dot-to-dots, mazes, math problems, overhead use, and much more! Use them with our dry-erase crayons. High-quality worksheet covers designed to last for years. Awesome! *Accessories pictured not included.
Double Sided Magnetic Letter Board - 2 in 1 Alphabet Magnets Tracing Board for Toddlers ABC Letters Uppercase & Lowercase Practicing
Learn to write the ABC the fun way with CozyBomB Magnetic Alphabet Tracing Board Learning to write the basic ABC was never made this easy at the same time so much fun. This amazing double-sided letter tracing board toy is the perfect educational tool for preschoolers. Parents and teachers know the difficulty of keeping the attention of toddlers while teaching something new, but with the CozyBomB Magnetic Alphabet Tracing Board kids will surely never lose interest while learning.
Pacon Multi-Sensory Raised Ruled Tablet, White, 5/8" x 5/16" x 5/16" Ruled 10-1/2" x 8", Ruled Long, 40 Sheets
The Multi-Sensory Raised Ruled Paper has raised headlines and baselines which help students stay within the guidelines. It helps teach handwriting through two senses, sight and touch. The headlines are blue and the baselines are red. It has a 5/8" ruling, 5/16" dotted midline and 5/16" skip space, and conforms to both D’Nealian™ and Zaner-Bloser™ handwriting styles.
5 Pack Dry Erase Ruled Lap Boards l 9 X12 inch Lined Whiteboards (Double Sided Mini White Boards ) Markers & Erasers Included
These lined whiteboards are perfect for kids, student, and classroom use. It is great to practice penmanship on.
The ruled lap boards are double sided to get optimum use of the lap board. One side is lined and the other is blank to be filled as pleased. Dry Erase Lapboard is for every teacher or parent who needs a space for students or children to brainstorm, practice writing, math problems, English, languages, drawing or any other subject, or even just doodling but can't keep buying reams & reams of paper. This mini whiteboard is small and easy to go around with.
Alphabet Tracing Board - Reversible Wooden ABC Learning & Education Aid - Uppercase and Lowercase Letters - Montessori Toys for Toddlers, Preschool Sensory Play
This tracing board makes learning the alphabet and writing an interactive and fun experience. With every activity, your child will be able to naturally engage their senses, develop hand-eye coordination, motor skills and experience upper and lowercase letters.
It’s a hands-on experience that engages the senses, and with uppercase on one side and lowercase on the other, your child will have access to the tools they need to start developing writing skills that will help guide them from A to B for years to come!
Writing Right: A Story About Dysgraphia
Writing Right is an illustrated children's book whose main character is Noah, a third grade boy with dysgraphia. Many people have never heard of dysgraphia and that is one of the primary reasons for this book. Dysgraphia affects writing skills and can make learning very difficult. In this book, Noah learns to work through his struggles with dysgraphia through perseverance, help from his mom, computer resources, and occupational therapy. Through Noah's story, I hope to shed some light on this lesser-known disability and aid those affected.
The Pencil Grip Original Universal Ergonomic Writing Aid for Righties and Lefties, 6 Count
The Pencil Grip was designed by a doctor and is widely used in classrooms, at home, and in therapeutic settings. The unique shape is designed to be “one size fits all” to help the hands of kids and adults, and work for both righties and lefties. The Pencil Grip can be used as a training tool, and then permanently for added comfort. The Pencil Grip fits on pencils, primary pencils, pens, crayons, markers, paint brushes, etc., so its benefits can be widely enjoyed.
Handwriting Tools Sampler Kit
A super assortment of innovative grips, pencils and other popular writing tools! Includes one of each of: Tripod Ring Grip, Writing CLAW Grip (medium), Crossover Grip, Grotto Grip, The Pencil Grip, Stetro Grip, Start Right Grip, Massager Grip, Ferby Beginner’s Triangular Pencil, Pen Again "Twist & Write" Pencil, Tactile Triangular Pencil, Mini Pencil, a One Finger Spacer, and a Two Finger Spacer. This kit is perfect for evaluating which are the most comfortable and effective writing tools for individual children. This Handwriting Tools Sampler Kit is available exclusively here at the Therapy Shoppe!
Therapy Shoppe Wipe Clean Handwriting Paper
NEW! Specialty primary handwriting paper writing mats in a dry erase format! The bottom half of the writing lines are shaded, indicating where the lowercase letters should be placed. The solid bar-lines and white shading on this visually simple paper naturally help draw the writer's visual attention to the writing area. Or, try our pre-writing shapes wipe clean mat which features 5 traceable, pre-writing forms; perfect for early learners. A helpful, eco-friendly tool / parent resource for hand writing practice at home during social distancing, for classrooms, occupational therapy writing activities, and as a handy take-along practice tool for traveling and waiting rooms.
Visual Handwriting Worksheet for 1st - 3rd Grade Most Visual Handwriting Learning Workbook Worksheet
Loved by teachers, parents, and homeschoolers, boys and girls alike will love to practice and learn their English letters and numbers on this fun, innovative, visual handwriting manuscript packet of 40 sheets made for basic language, printing, teaching, and learning. Created for grades one, two, and three, they’re perfect for the classroom or home use and simplify handwriting, teaching, and learning through a visual format and self-correction.
You’ll likely see fast improvement in just a few weeks.
Pencil Grips, Firesara Original Pencil Gripper Puppy Design Posture Correction for Kids Preschoolers Children Adults Special Needs Handwriting Aid for Lefties or Righties
The puppy pencil grips is the first grip to fix 5 fingers for handwriting.After thousands of tests and comparisons, It takes only 1 second to guide children to holding a pencil correctly. Put your thumb and index finger into the holes of side, and then hold the ring with your middle finger, the small tail will automatically fixed your ring finger and little finger.
The pack contains 3 pencil grips,3 colors and two diameters. The 2 small puppy (green&pink) fit on regular pencils, slim pens; 1 large puppy (blue) fits on large pencils, ballpoint pens or tools in similar diameters.
Dysgraphia, Papers For Kids. A handwriting workbook with 100 activities to help children overcome difficulties writing letters and easy sentences
In this book you will find 108 pages in which a child will be able to trace all the letters of the alphabet, then they will be proposed to trace some words to finish with simple sentences.
Dysgraphia is a disorder that develops in childhood and it is important and necessary to intervene as soon as possible.The symptoms are not difficult to detect:
Motor stiffness or, on the contrary, excessive laxity can be observed. The strokes of children with dysgraphia are not usually stable and uniform.
Handwriting Practice Paper: 200 Blank Writing Pages - For Students Learning to Write Letters
200 blank handwriting practice pages. Wide lines and dotted centers to help students write letters and numbers with consistent shapes and sizes. A little practice each day can greatly improve a child's penmanship.
Dysgraphia tools for kids. 100 activities and games to improve writing skills in kids with dysgraphia and dyslexia. Volume 2. 5-7 years.
Dysgraphia is a neurological disorder that generally appears when children are first learning to write. Experts are not sure what causes it, but early treatment can help prevent or reduce problems.
The vast majority of children with dysgraphia do not suffer from any intellectual or neurological impairment. The handwriting in people with dysgraphia is often messy and simple things like holding the pencil can become a tedious task.
Suwimut Montessori Letter Formation Sand Tray with Wooden Pen is for your child to express their creativity through the art of sand drawing. Practice shapes, writing out letters and numbers, or creative their imagination. This sand tray is a fun and unique way of practicing letters - much more interactive than the classic pencil and paper.
It is a fun and unique way for your child to practice writing skills and create their imagination by practicing shapes, handwriting letters and numbers on the sand table. Your child will be able to move the sand with their finger as they practice their letters, offering tactile handwriting practice. Children can experience play at home.
ARK’s Tran-Quill Vibrating Pencil (1 Z-Vibe® Handle with Pencil Tip attachment)
This ultimate sensory tool to work on handwriting skills! ARK's Tran-Quill™ Vibrating Pencil has a smooth, gentle vibration that provides sensory input to the hand without affecting the actual writing/drawing.
The vibration, texture, and weight of the handle can help increase focus and concentration, improve rote muscle memory, normalize writing speed, increase hand strength and dexterity, and decrease the grip force used to hold the crayon. Perfect for homework, note-taking, and more. Highly recommended for individuals with sensory integration issues and/or poor fine motor control.
Special Supplies Spiky Pencil Grips for Kids and Adults Colorful Holders for Handwriting, Drawing, Coloring - Ergonomic Right or Left-Handed Use - Reusable (50-Pack)
Add control and comfort to your favorite writing instrument with slip-on cushioned grips made for keeping hands and fingers comfortable.
When you spend a lot of time writing, drawing, coloring, or just using a pen or pencil, it can leave sores and callouses on the inside of your fingers. That’s why we created these cushioned, colorful Special Supplies Spiky Pencil Grips to help give you more control and comfort no matter if you’re working, complete school assignments, or just creating unique art.
DISCLAIMER: I am not an Occupational Therapist. I am an adult who has Sensory Processing Disorder, a sensory parent and a Grandma. The information on this website is not medical advice and does not replace the information that your child's therapists give you. These are just ideas and information that I have learned myself over the years of being a parent and an adult living with SPD. If you are concerned for your child, please always seek medical attention through a family doctor, pediatrician or therapist. This website is for suggestions and informational purposes only. Each child is different and what works for one child may not for another because all children have different needs. Please always consult with a professional.
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