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HelpWithHandwriting

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Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom
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For the last 20 years I have been working as a children's occupational therapist providing advice to teachers and parents in the UK. Handwriting is a complex skill and I really enjoy helping children aged 5 to 11 years master this. I work with primary school teachers on a weekly basis and have followed individual children throughout all their grades.
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Preview of Alphabet Boards - Ninja, Wildlife, Space and Unicorn themed worksheets

Alphabet Boards - Ninja, Wildlife, Space and Unicorn themed worksheets

Here you will find 4 different themed alphabet boards all using the Nelson handwriting font, used to help joined up writing. The Nelson font has lead out letter strokes making it easier to join letters together. There are 2 pages per theme - one for upper case letters, one for lower case letters and numbers 0-9. The four themes are: Ninja, Wildlife animals, Space and Unicorns. Similar handwriting resourcesAlphabet practice worksheets About Help with Handwriting:This resource has been designed
Preview of Alphabet Boards - Christmas Elf's

Alphabet Boards - Christmas Elf's

Using the Nelson Handwriting Font these alphabet boards will help teach your students how to write upper and lower case joined up letters. This is Christmas themed with Elf's to add extra interest.
Preview of Wildlife Adventures Alphabet Writing

Wildlife Adventures Alphabet Writing

Let the animals of Bert the bat, Felix the firefly, Federico the frog and Sandy the snail help children master writing all the letters of the alphabet in the cursive (joined - up) style. There are 6 sections: 1. Pre-course handwriting trial, giving you a chance to measure a child's true handwriting levels. 2. The snail worksheets introduce the letters of z,x,v,w,y and k. These letters require an ability to draw short and long vertical lines. 3. The firefly worksheets introduce the letters c,a
Preview of Boredom Buster Handwriting Spy Pack

Boredom Buster Handwriting Spy Pack

This is a 6-week handwriting programme for children who find handwriting a little boring. It is a step by step skills programme created by myself using occupational therapy techniques to improve handwriting. It will show you exactly how to help a child improve their letter formation, remain motivated to learn and enjoy handwriting whilst still having a lot of fun. It has a spy theme where Rufus, the master spy training dog, gives guidance to a child on how they can improve their handwriting. Pr
Preview of 5 Minute Hand Exercises

5 Minute Hand Exercises

This activity sheet has been developed to explain kids hand exercises that can relieve muscle tension during handwriting practice. Handwriting can cause a lot of strain on the hand, especially for young children who are new to handwriting. This activity sheet contains a total of five hand exercises that can be used on their own or together after handwriting practice. It focuses on fingers, palms, and wrists exercises to alleviate common aches and pains associated with prolonged handwriting. Thes
Preview of Easy Children's Handwriting Checklist

Easy Children's Handwriting Checklist

This easy childrens handwriting checklist has been developed to encourage a child whilst they learn how to write. It also helps them to understand the basics of good handwriting and grammar. Whether in a classroom or at home, this checklist can be used after every handwriting session to show the child how they are progressing. Ideally, the child should already be able to form letters and know how to hold a pencil and with that in mind is a good resource for five to eight-year-olds. It will help
Preview of 118 Kids Motivational Quotes

118 Kids Motivational Quotes

These Kids Motivational Quotes have been developed to help make boring repetitive learning more engaging and fun and less like hard work. These quotes will help to motivate your child as they progress through their handwriting journey, especially if they hit a rut or a snag. Give these quotes before, during or after a handwriting activity to help motivate them and become more confident. Why not place them in a jar for the children to pick.? This activity is great fun for children of all ages reg
Preview of How to Make a Foot Block

How to Make a Foot Block

Have you ever wondered how to make a foot block and why one might be a good idea? Being able to write neatly depends on more than just good pencil control. It also depends on how the child is sitting at the table. With this in mind, this handwriting activity sheet has been developed to encourage good posture whilst writing. The aim of this activity sheet is to guide you through the process of how to make a foot block. A foot block gives a child’s feet a solid base to ensure their knees and hips
Preview of Superhero Sitting Handwriting Posture

Superhero Sitting Handwriting Posture

This handwriting workbook focuses more on correct sitting techniques rather than handwriting techniques. Included in this pack are four posters that outline the three techniques that help to improve posture. As well as these posters, this handwriting pack includes superhero compliment slips that can be used to reward the child if they are sat properly whilst writing. Whether used at home or in the classroom, your children will soon pick up these good habits and eventually do them without even th
Preview of 3 Essential Tips for Handwriting

3 Essential Tips for Handwriting

This handwriting booklet has been designed with parents and educators in mind. It outlines the three essential tips that can be implemented to help children write in a more comfortable and effective way. Whether you are teaching your child at home or in a classroom environment, following these simple yet essential handwriting techniques will ensure that the child has more chance of developing neat handwriting and reduces the risk of picking up bad habits. This booklet outlines correct posture,
Preview of Dos and Don'ts 8 to 11 Years

Dos and Don'ts 8 to 11 Years

By the age of eight to 11, a child should be able to write words with little thought of the shapes they are making. However, there are still a few things that parents and educators should keep in mind when teaching their children about handwriting techniques. So, this teach handwriting 8 to 11 years booklet has been created to outlines the do's and don'ts of effective handwriting for older children. Whether you are teaching your child at home or in a classroom environment, this booklet will ensu
Preview of Famous Historical Dates Handwriting Practice

Famous Historical Dates Handwriting Practice

Themed around famous historical events handwriting sheets, this workbook will engage them as they independently learn about history. By doing these nine actvity sheets children will practice their handwriting, spelling, and grammar whilst picking up basic research techniques. Whether used in the classroom or at home, this handwriting workbook is an indispensable tool. This is a handwriting resource with a difference. Not only does it help the child practice their handwriting techniques, spelling
Preview of World Foods Handwriting Practice Workbook

World Foods Handwriting Practice Workbook

This world foods handwriting practice workbook includes nine worksheets that are themed around food that can be found in different countries across the world. Designed for children aged between eight and 11, it is perfect for classroom learning or at home. This handwriting workbook has been developed to encourage children to do their research in books or on the Internet and will give them an additional skill going forward. The primary function though is to help the child to practice their handwr
Preview of Intelligent Animals Handwriting Practice

Intelligent Animals Handwriting Practice

This handwriting workbook has been designed for older children aged between eight and 11. This intelligent animals handwriting practice includes nine worksheets that are themed around animals and therefore perfect for any child that loves nature etc. It can be used for home learning or in a classroom environment. As well as helping the child to practice their handwriting techniques it also encourages them to do their research, either on the Internet or in books. This additional activity will add
Preview of February Handwriting Workbook

February Handwriting Workbook

With 29 activity sheets, this handwriting workbook will give your child plenty of opportunities to become more confident in their handwriting techniques. Designed with eight to 11-year-olds in mind and themed around events that take place in February, this handwriting workbook is ideal for children who need to improve their letter legibility. Whether at home on their own or in the classroom with others, this February based handwriting workbook will build their confidence as well as their handwr
Preview of December Handwriting Workbook

December Handwriting Workbook

Designed with eight to 11-year-olds in mind, this December handwriting workbook can be used at home or in the classroom to help them develop their confidence and handwriting abilities. You will receive 31 worksheets that are themed around events that happen during the month of December, such as National Write to a Friend Month, Poinsettia Day, and, of course, Christmas Day. Each of the 31 activity sheets in this handwriting workbook takes about five to 10 minutes and are perfect for children who
Preview of January Handwriting Workbook

January Handwriting Workbook

This January handwriting workbook includes 31 worksheets that are based on events that happen during this month. It has been designed with eight to 11-year-olds in mind and can be used at home or in the classroom to help them to develop their confidence and handwriting techniques. This handwriting workbook is perfect for a child who is able to write simple sentences but who needs to regularly practice in order to improve their letter legibility. Each of the 31 activity sheets takes about five to
Preview of May Handwriting Workbook

May Handwriting Workbook

This May handwriting workbook contains 31 handwriting worksheets for children aged 8 to 11 years old. It has been designed for a child who is able to write simple sentences and needs to regularly practice to improve their letter legibility. It can be used at home or in the classroom and will help them to develop their confidence and handwriting techniques. The worksheets are based on events that happen during the month of May. Each activity takes about five to 10 minutes and will keep them engag
Preview of Dos and Don'ts 7 to 8 Years

Dos and Don'ts 7 to 8 Years

This do’s and dont's handwriting booklet will help teach handwriting 7 to 8 years. Whether you are teaching your child at home or in a classroom environment, this booklet can be used to help make the learning experience more effective and comfortable for the child. It has been designed with parents and educators in mind to outline the do’s and don'ts of effective handwriting for seven and eight-year-olds. It can be used in conjunction with the other Help With Handwriting workbooks and ensures th
Preview of Learn How to Draw Monsters and Write Sentences

Learn How to Draw Monsters and Write Sentences

This handwriting workbook has been designed for seven to eight-year-olds who are confident in writing on their own and can spell some words. By getting the child to draw the monster they continue to practice their pencil control skills. Once they finish their drawing they are asked to write about it; what is it called? What do they do? What do they like to eat? Monster drawing step by step is a handwriting guide with a difference. It unlocks their imagination with fun and engaging illustrations
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About the store

Experience

For the last 20 years I have been working as a children's occupational therapist providing advice to teachers and parents in the UK. Handwriting is a complex skill and I really enjoy helping children aged 5 to 11 years master this. I work with primary school teachers on a weekly basis and have followed individual children throughout all their grades.

Teaching style

I believe in offering practical and realistic solutions to everyday difficulties. Everything I recommend is based on evidence and the latest medical research. I have also tried my tips out in class so that I know they are successful.

Awards & shining teacher moments

My programmes have been endorsed by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (UK professional body). I have also written two books: - Boosting Learning in the Primary Classroom - The Early Handwriting Toolkit Go to http://www.helpwithhandwriting.co.uk/ to find out more about these books.

My own education history

MSc BSc Occupational Therapy (Hons) If you wish to know more about me go to http://www.helpwithhandwriting.co.uk/about

Additional biographical information

I love what I do. If you cannot find what you are looking for email me and I will create it for you :-) sheilagh@helpwithhandwriting.co.uk