• Understanding the Handwriting Journey: Tools and Techniques for Homeschoolers

  • Jul 25 2024
  • Length: 25 mins
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Understanding the Handwriting Journey: Tools and Techniques for Homeschoolers

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  • Curious if OT could help your child's struggles? Download Why Choose OT to find out! --- We are diving into one of the most frequently asked topics in homeschooling—handwriting. In this episode, we'll explore the many elements that contribute to effective handwriting, from visual skills to core stability, fine motor control, and cognitive functions. We’ve discussed some of these topics in past episodes, including vision and primitive reflexes, but today we’ll connect all the dots to give you a comprehensive understanding of what impacts handwriting. Plus, stick around for practical tips and strategies to help your kids build better handwriting skills. If you're a parent or educator looking to help children express their thoughts clearly on paper, you won't want to miss this episode! In this episode you'll hear about: Handwriting as a common, observable issue in homeschoolingFrequently asked questions about handwritingImportance of HandwritingObservability of handwriting issuesA comprehensive perspective on handwriting componentsComponents of Handwriting Visual Skills: Acuity and moreStability and Posture: Core strength and body postureFine Motor Skills: Grip and motor controlCognitive Skills: Understanding the purpose of writingExecutive Functioning Skills: Attention, organization, self-control, working memory Proximal stability for distal mobilityCore strength activities (e.g., tummy time, crawling)Activities for older children (e.g., scooter boards, balance boards, playground games)Writing on vertical surfaces to improve core stabilityPosture guidelines (90-90-90 rule)Importance of grip patternsTools to encourage proper grip (e.g., small pencils, broken crayons)Activities to enhance fine motor skills (e.g., tweezers, play doh, kitchen activities) Hardware Skills: Eye muscle control and focus (tracking, fixation, convergence)Signs of visual issues (e.g., tired eyes, double vision, trouble with line orientation)Home Activities: I spy games, hidden pictures, outdoor playAdaptations for Visual Support: Paper placement, cursive writing, using pens instead of pencilsUnderstanding visual perception (figure ground, form constancy, visual memory)Activities to Support Visual Perception:Importance of understanding writing's purposeComponents of executive functioning (attention, organization, etc.) Links and Resources From Today's Show Watch this episode with slidesWhy Should I Seek Occupational Therapy?Primitive Reflex Guide from Homeschool OTHandwriting Focus GroupBeyond 20/20 Vision: Understanding Crucial Aspects of Visual Assessment in ChildrenHarnessing the Great Outdoors for Visual Development and LearningHow Form Drawing Supports Vision, Handwriting, and AcademicsBeyond the Pencil: Exploring Vision's Impact on Homeschool Handwriting SuccessTailored Kids’ Activities from Crafts to Sleep: Insights from Connie O'NeillExploring Primitive Reflexes: From Birth to IntegrationSupporting Children Through Play-Based Reflex IntegrationPractical Sleep Solutions for Children: Insights from Occupational TherapyHow to Improve Handwriting Without WritingThe Skills Nature Builds Connect with Sarah Collins Follow Sarah on Instagram @homeschoolOTJoin the Facebook Group: Homeschool and Occupational Therapy with Sarah Collins, homeschoolOTVisit the Homeschool OT Website
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