Handwriting
It is a national expectation that all children can use joined handwriting by the end of primary school. At OJS, we teach handwriting following the Letter Join scheme.
Children are taught the mechanics of handwriting including pencil/pen grip, posture. We aim to get all children to the tripod grasp. Left handed children are also supported to achieve this.
We can support our children with a range of writing aids including:
- pencil and pen grips
- triangular grip pens and pencils
- writing slopes
- adapted paper and books (wider width and different colour backgrounds)
- occupational therapy intervention to develop their fine motor skills and muscular development
- adapted desk, chairs and seating cushions to help with writing and posture
- using technology to help children write. This includes the use of reading tools and if required voice to write software.
Materials for handwriting:
