Handwriting occupational therapy

Many parents and teachers are stumped at the best approach large handwriting. Try these simple tips and tricks to improve letter sizing.

Did you know you could practice letter formation and other handwriting skills with gross motor activities? These play ideas support the visual motor skills needed for writing letters and handwriting legibility. You'll also find other creatice ways to practive handwriting skills.

Teaching young children to form letters properly is an important skill. Check out these correct letter formation tips from occupational therapists!

These handwriting games are pencil and paper games and board games that support handwriting skills. As occupational therapy providers, we love to provide meaningful and motivating activities to foster function…and games are one way to do that!

As young children progress from early mark making toward writing letters it can be tempting to push them toward tracing sheets and worksheets designed for handwriting practice. However, teaching handwriting without these tools can be a lot more fun!

Make handwriting practice fun! No more repetitive worksheets...just add simple writing components while playing their favorite games! #handwriting #parenthack #visualmotorskills #handwritingtips

When frustrated with a child's handwriting, take the time to evaluate if they've been provided adequate visual boundaries for their developmental needs.

These handwriting warm ups will get those fingers moving so dexterity and endurance is possible during writing and fine motor tasks.

Handwriting tips and tricks for occupational therapy practitioners working in school based OT. Use these tips at home and in the classroom, too. Includes free handwriting handouts.