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GET A GRIP...on your pencil!

10/9/2015

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These unusually shaped, moulded plastic pieces can be very beneficial if used correctly. I see many students who hold their pencil/pen awkwardly and writing becomes laborious due to fatigue and the frustration of being unable to form letters correctly. I believe every teacher should have an array of pencil grips (particularly those that have been ergonomically designed by professionals) on hand to administer to students who struggle to hold their pencil/pen properly. This certainly is not a “one size fits all” model and I am not advocating that this will miraculously cure or be the answer to illegibility, but it is certainly a small price to pay if it does work for the child!

Some students may need to be referred to a specialist (such as an OT), who is able to provide recommendations based on a thorough assessment of the individual.

In previous posts I have alluded to the fact that early intervention is imperative! You may want to try some fine motor activities to encourage a correct tripod grip. Check out our Pinterest account for examples of these. 

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