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How Can Improved Handwriting Skills Benefit You and Your Handwriting Group?

  • claire2876
  • Apr 10
  • 2 min read

Updated: 4 days ago


Handwriting is a tricky skill that can take time and practice to master! Enhancing handwriting skills can be for any age and doesn’t necessarily mean you need to be a beginner!

 

Pre-writing tips:

Pre-writing skills are essential for young children to develop as they pave the way for future writing abilities. These skills refer to the fundamental abilities required for writing, such as drawing, scribbling, and tracing shapes and lines.

One of the most effective ways to develop pre-writing skills is through play. Encourage children to engage in activities that involve drawing, such as coloring books, painting, or playing with playdough. These activities help to develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, which are crucial for writing.

Another way to help children with pre-writing skills is to incorporate sensory play. This can include activities such as playing with sand, water, or shaving cream. Sensory play helps to develop tactile senses, which can assist with letter recognition and handwriting.

It is important to remember that every child develops at their own pace. As such, it is crucial to be patient and provide support and encouragement during this learning process. By allowing children to explore and practice pre-writing skills in a fun and engaging way, they will be better prepared for writing in the future.


WHAT TO EXPECT FROM OUR HANDWRITING GROUP?

Handwriting group is a great way to build on existing skills or create new ones through a range of fine motor and handwriting techniques! Developing fine motor skills such as grasping, pinching & holding technique to benefit handwriting.

  • Letter formation to write and shape letters of the alphabet to form words.

  • Letter sizing to make sure letters and words are in proportion.

  • Pencil grip

  • Spacing letters and words evenly

  • Fine motor activities

  • Hand strengthening activities

 

To book into this group head to the following link: Group Programs or call the office on (02)44216013.




 


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