WriteAbility
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Eversdalheights, South Africa
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I am an Occupational Therapist with a Master's degree in occupational therapy. I am passionate about early intervention and have a special interest in Pediatrics, Sensory Integration, and ADHD. I have more than 20 years of experience in early childhood development and have worked in private practice, special education as well as public school settings.
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Handwriting; Zig Zag Letter Formation Video and PowerPoint
The " ZIg Zag" letter formation resource was created by an occupational therapist to help children practice the letter formation, which is guided by the formation of the “zig zag” writing pattern. It involves letters formed by a diagonal downward and diagonal upward movement of the pencil and starts in the same position or orientation. To prevent letter confusion and reversals, letters must always start in the right place and be formed correctly. When children learn to form their letters in
PreK - 1st
Handwriting, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Also included in: Zig Zag Letter Formation Activity Resource Bundle
Tricky Fingers Fine Motor Program
The Tricky Fingers fine motor program consists of a series of fine motor finger exercises to develop the muscles of the hand and support development of a dynamic pencil grasp. Activities are suited for children between the ages of 5 and 8 years. The program includes printable activities, a video demonstrating the desired finger movements and execution of each activity. The activities are fun, easy to prepare and low cost. This program may be copied for use in therapy, the classroom or provi
PreK - 2nd
Handwriting
Also included in: Fine Motor Skills: Fine Motor Activity and Cutting Skills Bundle
Cursive A-Z Animation Video and PowerPoint
A to Z Cursive Video and PowerPoint . An animated video and PowerPoint presentation demonstrates the correct formation patterns of lower case letters a- z. Cursive patterns and worksheets of letters a-z is available as a separate product or as part of the Cursive Bundle.
2nd - 3rd
Handwriting, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Also included in: A-Z Cursive Bundle
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Number Reversals: The story of numbers 1 to 10.
The product was developed to prevent the reversal of numbers . Aimed at foundation phase learners. this program focuses on teaching the correct method for forming each of the numbers utilizing an animation video and worksheets for consolidation. It includes the story of numbers 1 to 10 as well as a strategy for the prevention of reversal of numbers 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, and 10. Presentation is practical, child-directed, and lots of fun.
PreK - 1st
Handwriting, Numbers
Also included in: Number Reversals: The Complete Number Bundle.
"Funky Monkey" Letter formation PowerPoint
Handwriting is a complex process. Many aspects go into writing, of which proper letter formation is one piece of the puzzle. When letters are not formed correctly, handwriting suffers. Poor letter formation leads to handwriting that is sloppy, slow, and often hard to read. Did you know that writing patterns help us practice pencil control and letter formation? The wave pattern helps us practice the letter formation of all the letters that start at the 2’o clock position. The Funky Monkey strat
PreK - 2nd
Handwriting, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Also included in: "Funky Monkey Letter Formation Bundle
Handwriting. Bunny Hop Letter Formation Video/PowerPoint
The “ Bunny Hop” letter formation resource was created by an occupational therapist to help children practice the formation of the letters, which are guided by the formation of the “bunny hop” pattern. It involves letters formed by a downward and upward movement of the pencil and which start in the same position or orientation. To prevent letter confusion and reversals, letters must always start in the right place and formed correctly. When children learn to form their letters in a fun, multi-
PreK - 1st
Handwriting, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Also included in: Handwriting: Bunny Hop Letter Formation Activity Bundle
Number Reversals: Therapeutic Program (Worksheets)
The product was developed to prevent the reversal of numbers. Aimed at foundation phase learners. This program focuses on teaching the correct method for forming each of the numbers utilizing an animation video and worksheets for consolidation. Animation video is available as a separate product. The video includes the story of numbers 1 to 10 as well as a strategy for the prevention of reversal of numbers 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, and 10. Presentation is practical, child-directed, and lots of fun. (V
PreK - 1st
Handwriting, Numbers
Also included in: Number Reversals: The Complete Number Bundle.
Handwriting: Writing in lines (Worksheets)
Graded therapeutic worksheets, specifically for children struggling with writing in lines and orientating letters correctly in lines when writing. Can be used in conjunction with classroom activities or remedial intervention (2 D Spatial planning difficulties) Includes: Printable worksheets and semi-concrete activities. Can be used as an home program by parents or therapists. Educational video that supports this product is available as a separate product
1st - 2nd
Handwriting, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Also included in: Where does the letters go? Bundle : Writing in lines
Let's get moving: Gross Motor Activity for the classroom.
Let's get moving! Fun, brain-break movement activity to get the bodies moving and provide a well-deserved movement break. This activity can be used in a group setting or individually and forms part of our OT activities for the classroom series. Quick, easy, and fun! This includes a classroom activity and developmental guidelines for body scheme and body concept. Follow us on TPT for more information, resources and freebies https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Writeability
PreK - 2nd
PowerPoint Presentation: Writing on lines
PowerPoint Presentation: Developed for children struggling with writing in lines and orientating letters correctly in lines when writing. Aimed at the foundation phase learners. Teaches a cognitive strategy to use when writing in lines/ Can be used in conjunction with classroom activities or therapeutic intervention (2 D Spatial planning difficulties) Includes:PowerPoint presentation: Do you know where the letters go?Written guidelines for presentation.Graded worksheets available as a separate
1st - 2nd
Handwriting, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Also included in: Where does the letters go? Bundle : Writing in lines
Visual Perception: Spatial Awareness and Orientation. Nr.1 (Digital Activity).
Spatial Awareness and Orientation is an online (digital) activity. NO printing needed.Children learn best when tasks are introduced in a fun and age-appropriate way. What is more, fun to practice creating short words during an online game ? This Spatial Awareness Activity resource is designed to support children's spatial perceptual development. Spatial awareness is knowing where your body is in space in relation to objects or other people. To have good spatial awareness, you also need to un
PreK - 1st
Also included in: Visual Perceptual Skills: Occupational Therapy Bundle (Boom Cards)
Fun with Visual Sequencing: Digital Activity (Boom Cards)
Visual Sequencing refers to our ability to perceive items in a specific order and remember that sequence. This skill is essential for visual and language development and is needed for reading, spelling (organizing letters in a particular order), and mathematical operations. This resource includes various activities to practice sequential visual perceptual skills needed for early perceptual and cognitive development. Self-correcting activity. This fun activity is played online on the Boom Learnin
K - 2nd
Also included in: Visual Perceptual Skills: Occupational Therapy Bundle (Boom Cards)
Visual Perception: Form Constancy and Spatial Planning. Nr.3 (Digital Activity).
Visual Form Constancy and Spatial Planning is an online (digital) activity. NO printing needed.Children learn best when tasks are introduced in a fun and age-appropriate way. What is more, fun to practice creating short words during an online game ? This Spatial Planning Tangram resource is designed to support children's spatial perceptual development. It was created by an occupational therapist and includes a variety of tangram activities. It provides lots of opportunities to develop spatial
PreK - 2nd
Also included in: Visual Perceptual Skills: Occupational Therapy Bundle (Boom Cards)
Visual Perception: Visual Memory.
Do you need something fun to challenge your child and engage them during homework? Need activities to consolidate skills? Teachers looking for less printing, laminating, and less time preparing activities? Then our new WriteAbility Digital Online games are meant for you. Visual perception is the brain's ability to receive, interpret, and act upon visual stimuli. Visual memory is the ability to remember a specific shape, letter, number, word or object when removed from your visual field. This is
PreK - 1st
Also included in: Visual Perceptual Skills: Occupational Therapy Bundle (Boom Cards)
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b /d Confusion and Reversals (3 Step strategy - Animation video)
The ‘b’ and ‘d’ letter reversal resource was compiled by an occupational therapist with specific focus on letter formation, as well as visual and auditory perception exercises to prevent ‘b’ and ‘d’ confusion and reversals. The animation video demonstrates a 3-step strategy that can be applied every time a ‘b’ or ‘d’ is written. The correct starting point and formation of letters will contribute to preventing/reducing the reversal of letters during writing tasks. Includes the following. Animate
K - 2nd
Handwriting, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Also included in: b /d Confusion and reversals (Video and Worksheet Combo)
Play Dough Fun : Numbers 1 to 10
Playdough is a creative way to practice fine motor skills and consolidate perceptual development concepts such as number concepts, number recognition, number formation, and counting. It has the added benefit of strengthening hand muscles for the development of fine motor skills. This resource includes 10 Number Posters (1 to 10) and ten playdough mats encouraging counting and number formation in a playful and child-friendly way. Can be printed and laminated for easy use and cleaning. This res
PreK - 1st
Numbers
Also included in: WriteAbility Playdough Bundle
1:52
Spacing of written work: Video
Graded therapeutic program developed by an Occupational Therapist. Aimed specifically at younger children learning to write sentences or older learners struggling with spacing of written work. Product can be used in conjunction with classroom activities or remedial intervention (2 D Spatial Planning difficulties) Product includes:Video with voice over: Why is spacing important?Printable worksheets with graded 2 D and semi-concrete activities available as a separate product or in a bundle.C
K - 2nd
Handwriting, Writing
Also included in: Spacing of written work: Video and worksheet combo
Bilateral coordination: Posters for the classroom
Bilateral Integration can influence a child's ability to participate in writing related activities in the classroom. Classroom posters that includes general ideas for stimulation, guidelines and recommendations to support handwriting ability.
PreK - 3rd
Handwriting
Also included in: Poster Bundel: Handwriting Series.
Fun with Opposites: Digital Activity (Boom Cards)
Fun with Opposites is an online (digital) activity. NO printing needed.Children learn best when tasks are introduced in a fun and age-appropriate way. What is more, fun to practice creating short words during an online game ? This activity was designed by an occupational therapist to support children's visual perceptual skills (figure-ground perception, analysis, and synthesis) and cognitive development (problem-solving and reasoning). It includes activities to practice visual perceptual skil
PreK - 1st
Also included in: Visual Perceptual Skills: Occupational Therapy Bundle (Boom Cards)
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Educational Video: Writing in lines
Educational Video: Developed for children struggling with writing in lines and positioning letters correctly in lines when writing. Aimed at the foundation phase learners. Teaches a cognitive strategy to use when writing in lines/ Can be used in conjunction with classroom activities or therapeutic intervention (2 D Spatial planning difficulties) Includes:Educational video: Do you know where the letters go?Written guidelines for use.Graded worksheets for this topic available as a separate produc
1st - 2nd
Handwriting
Also included in: Where does the letters go? Bundle : Writing in lines
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About the store
Experience
I am an Occupational Therapist with a Master's degree in occupational therapy. I am passionate about early intervention and have a special interest in Pediatrics, Sensory Integration, and ADHD. I have more than 20 years of experience in early childhood development and have worked in private practice, special education as well as public school settings.
Teaching style
As occupational therapists we are passionate about children and early development. Writing ability entails so much more than just fine motor skills. There are many foundational skills necessary to enable neat, legible writing with appropriate speed, spacing and quality.
WriteAbility aims to support teachers, therapists and parents with information, tools and therapeutic home and classroom activities to support and develop all aspects of writing skills for children from PreK to 3rd Grade.
If you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life!
Awards & shining teacher moments
Dedre van Wyngaard Occupational Therapist. (M.Occ.Ther)
Occupational Therapist, Educational consultant and Part Time lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch South Africa.
My own education history
B. Occ Therapy University of Stellenbosch 1999
M. Occ Therapy University of Stellenbosch 2008
Sensory Integration Certified SAISI 2009
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