{"id":6787,"date":"2023-06-05T09:00:08","date_gmt":"2023-06-05T14:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/?p=6787"},"modified":"2024-08-09T11:27:19","modified_gmt":"2024-08-09T16:27:19","slug":"dysgraphia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/dysgraphia\/","title":{"rendered":"Dysgraphia: How can I help my child?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Is your child struggling with handwriting? The cause may be more than just laziness or lack of motivation; it could be a neurologically-based learning issue called <span class=\"italic\"><em>dysgraphia<\/em>.<\/span> This post explains the signs and symptoms of dysgraphia and the steps you can take to help your child succeed in reading and spelling.<\/p><!--more-->\r\n\r\n<h2>What Is Dysgraphia?<\/h2>    \r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/dysgraphia-how-can-I-help-my-child-540x400.jpg\" alt=\"Dysgraphia: How can I help my child? - All About Learning Press\" width=\"500\" class=\"right\" \/>\r\n\r\n<p>A child with dysgraphia has handwriting that is worse than you would normally see in a child of his age, intelligence, and education level.<\/p>\r\n        \r\n<p>But dysgraphia isn\u2019t just about messy papers. A child with dysgraphia may also appear to be unmotivated or lazy, or what we sometimes refer to as a \u201creluctant writer.\u201d Because he has trouble expressing his thoughts and ideas in writing, he may avoid writing altogether.<\/p>\r\n        \r\n<p>Dysgraphia can also make your child avoid seemingly normal situations. For example, does your child avoid Scouts or clubs because he may be asked to fill out forms? Is he hesitant to participate in any activity that involves writing, even something as simple as signing his own name? Has he been teased because of childish penmanship?<\/p>\r\n        \r\n<p>If so, you have probably experienced firsthand the frustration, anger, and anxiety that dysgraphia can cause.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Symptoms of Dysgraphia<\/h2>\r\n        \r\n<p>As with most learning challenges, the symptoms of dysgraphia can range from mild to severe, and the symptoms may vary in the way they show up in children of different ages.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <h3>In general, a child with dysgraphia may have trouble with the following:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>    \r\n<li>Forming letters, numbers, and words<\/li>\r\n<li>Spelling words correctly<\/li>\r\n<li>Organizing thoughts and ideas into written expression<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>Simply put, dysgraphia makes the process of writing quite difficult, so a child with dysgraphia often has a much easier time expressing ideas verbally than in writing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/downloads.allaboutlearningpress.com\/downloads\/Symptoms-of-Dysgraphia.pdf\" title=\"Symptoms of Dysgraphia Checklist\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dysgraphia-Download-PDF-400x517.png\" alt=\"Symptoms of Dysgraphia Download\" width=\"300\" class=\"left\" \/><\/a>\r\n\r\n<h3>Here are some additional signs of dysgraphia:<\/h3>\r\n    <ul>\r\n<li>A tight or awkward pencil grip<\/li>\r\n<li>Tires quickly while writing<\/li>\r\n<li>Writing is illegible, inconsistent, and has poorly formed letters and numbers<\/li>\r\n<li>Incorrect spacing and positioning of letters, words, and lines of written text<\/li>\r\n<li>Writing is slow and labored<\/li>\r\n<li>Complete avoidance of writing<\/li>\r\n<li>Difficulty following spelling and grammar rules<\/li>\r\n<li>Trouble aligning columns of numbers in math problems<\/li>\r\n<li>Difficulty organizing thoughts on paper<\/li>\r\n<li>Trouble with tasks that require concurrent thinking and writing<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>If you recognize some of these symptoms in your child, read on!<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Compensation is the First Step<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Compensation means helping your child \u201cwork around\u201d his handwriting issues so he can still continue to learn.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>You may be surprised to hear me say that. After all, dysgraphia is a serious issue, and surely we don\u2019t want to just \u201cwork around\u201d the problem, right?<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Well, at first we <em><span class=\"italic\">do<\/span><\/em> want to work around the penmanship issue.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>This doesn\u2019t mean that you aren\u2019t eventually going to tackle the problem\u2014that step will come next\u2014but it <span class=\"italic\">does<\/span> mean that you are going to reduce the stress that your child is likely experiencing, and at the same time make sure your student can continue to learn.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>But exactly <span class=\"italic\">how<\/span> you compensate will depend upon your child\u2019s age and the subject areas being studied.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Here are a few ideas:<\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\">Work on keyboarding skills<\/span>. Using a keyboard instead of paper and pencil can be a great way to motivate a reluctant writer to express his thoughts and ideas.<\/li>\r\n\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\">Do work orally<\/span>. Many assignments can be completed orally with a parent.<\/li>\r\n\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\">Use speech-to-text tools<\/span>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nuance.com\/dragon\/dragon-for-pc\/home-edition.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dragon NaturallySpeaking<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/soundnote.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sound Note<\/a> are good examples of speech recognition software. These tools allow your child\u2019s work to be dictated orally and automatically translated to text.<\/li>\r\n\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\">Use alternatives to written assignments<\/span>. Until your student has stronger handwriting skills, consider using some of the interesting ideas below.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ol>\r\n\r\n<a id=\"Alternatives\"><\/a>\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dysgraphia-Alternatives-To-Written-Assignments-700x400.jpg\" alt=\"dysgraphia-alternatives-to-written-assignments-700x400\" width=\"700\" class=\"center\" \/>\r\n\r\n<p>Once the pressure is off and your child is learning in other subject areas without pen and paper, it\u2019s time to work on penmanship skills. <\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Check for Proper Handwriting Position<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Since so many kids with dysgraphia have incorrect writing posture and pencil grip, it\u2019s important to establish proper handwriting position before attempting to address specific penmanship concerns. The graphic below is a handy guide for evaluating your child\u2019s handwriting position.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<a id=\"Evaluation\"><\/a>\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dysgraphia-Handwriting-Position-1200x540.jpg\" alt=\"dysgraphia-handwritingposition-1200x540\" width=\"1050\" class=\"center\" \/>\r\n\r\n<h2>Tackle Handwriting Remediation<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Once you have checked and corrected your child\u2019s posture and pencil grip, it\u2019s time to actually put pencil to paper and start writing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Please keep in mind that it's important to allow your child to acquire writing skills at his own pace. Don\u2019t get caught up in the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/the-big-pit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">comparison trap<\/a>. Your child has a special need, so let him progress naturally and not at the pace recommended for his age, his grade level, or his curriculum.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Also, as you work to improve your child\u2019s ability to write, continue to reduce the amount of writing that is required to complete his schoolwork. Allow learning to happen <span class=\"italic\">without<\/span> pen and paper.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<a id=\"Remediation\"><\/a>\r\n<p>Try these tips to help make penmanship lessons more productive and enjoyable for you <span class=\"italic\">and<\/span> your child.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n    <li>If your child reverses letters, my free report on \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/info.allaboutlearningpress.com\/letter-reversals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to Solve Letter Reversals<\/a>\u201d will be a huge help to you.<\/li>\r\n    \r\n    <li>Use a research-based handwriting program. <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hwtears.com\/hwt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Handwriting Without Tears<\/a><\/em> has been effective for many children with handwriting problems.<\/li>\r\n    \r\n    <li>Provide short bursts of handwriting exercise instead of long, drawn-out sessions. Many kids with dysgraphia need to work on fine motor skills. Activities such as coloring, cutting, painting, model-building, working with clay, working pencil mazes, and threading beads will increase dexterity and build fine motor skills.<\/li>\r\n    \r\n    <li>Schedule penmanship practice time for 5-10 minutes a day.<\/li>\r\n    \r\n    <li>If your child can\u2019t remember how to form letters consistently\u2014writing them correctly at times, but incorrectly at other times\u2014it could be a sign that he has <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/improving-working-memory\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">problems with his working memory<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n\t\r\n\t<li>Work on correct letter formation by using multisensory methods and techniques that don\u2019t require writing. Finger-writing in the air, in sand, in shaving cream, or on sandpaper are all great exercises that can encourage improvement in proper letter formation.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/IG-teachingthroughspecialneeds-1.jpg\" alt=\"ig-teachingthroughspecialneeds\" width=\"400\" class=\"center\" \/> \r\n\r\n<h2>Dysgraphia Also Affects Reading and Spelling<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>For a child with dysgraphia, the very act of writing takes so much energy that it actually interferes with the <span class=\"italic\">process<\/span> of learning, which can then negatively impact his <span class=\"italic\">ability<\/span> to learn.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Because your child\u2019s dysgraphia affects the way he learns to read and spell, it\u2019s important to remove the handwriting barrier from both of these subject areas. <cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutlearningpress.com\/all-about-reading\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">All About Reading<\/a><\/cite> and <cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutlearningpress.com\/all-about-spelling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">All About Spelling<\/a><\/cite> are designed to do just that! In fact, both programs can be completed without requiring any handwriting at all.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Here are some features that will help your child learn more quickly:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/spelling-multisensory\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><cite>AAR<\/cite> and <cite>AAS<\/cite> are multisensory<\/a>.<\/span> With a multisensory approach, children take in and interact with information in various ways. Learning happens through multiple senses, primarily through sight, sound, and touch (kinesthetic). The kinesthetic approach can be very helpful to a child who has expressive language struggles.<\/li>\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/mastery-based\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><cite>AAR<\/cite> and <cite>AAS<\/cite> are incremental and mastery-based<\/a>.<\/span> In both programs, students master one concept before moving on to a new concept. This helps reduce frustration and confusion and allows children to move at their own pace through the curriculum.<\/li>\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/using-letter-tiles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><cite>AAR<\/cite> and <cite>AAS<\/cite> use color-coded letter tiles<\/a>.<\/span> Working with the letter tiles can make the difference between understanding a concept and not understanding it. The letter tiles provide a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutlearningpress.com\/how-to-use-kinesthetic-spelling-activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">kinesthetic method for practicing spelling words<\/a> without the need for paper and pencil.<\/li>\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutlearningpress.com\/making-reading-and-spelling-stick\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><cite>AAR<\/cite> and <cite>AAS<\/cite> have built-in review in every lesson<\/a>.<\/span> Children with learning difficulties benefit from lots of review. Customized review allows you to target the areas in which your child is struggling.<\/li>\r\n<li><span class=\"bold\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/9-ways-to-keep-reading-and-spelling-lessons-motivating\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><cite>AAR<\/cite> and <cite>AAS<\/cite> are highly motivational<\/a>.<\/span> Both programs use a wide variety of fun, hands-on activities that minimize the need for writing. Short, engaging lessons and the ability to track their own progress keep kids motivated from the very first lesson.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<p>But what do moms who are in the trenches with their struggling learners say about overcoming dysgraphia?<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Some Hope and Encouragement for You<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Helping a child who is struggling with dysgraphia takes patience. Change may not come quickly, but trust that it will come! And to encourage you during this process, I\u2019d like to share a few success stories from our community.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Here\u2019s Tanya's story:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"box boxAlt\">\r\n\t\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dysgraphia-Letter-Tiles-200x200.png\" alt=\"dysgraphia-letter-tiles-200x200\" width=\"200\" class=\"right\" \/><p>\u201cMy daughter has dysgraphia and she is thriving with <cite>AAS<\/cite>! We just finished  level 4 (starting 4th grade). The tiles are great for spelling when writing is just too much. <\/p>\r\n\t<p>I like that the lessons are at our own pace, and that she can master the material in a way that works best for her! Thanks!\u201d<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>This is from Rebekah, another mom who is finding success with <cite>AAS<\/cite>:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"box boxAlt\">\r\n\t\r\n<p>\u201cAlthough we haven\u2019t pursued an official diagnosis, our eight-year-old son has all the characteristics of dysgraphia. The best thing we ever did was back off from writing for a while. He still struggles, but it\u2019s getting easier. He loves his <cite>AAR<\/cite>, and we will be starting <cite>AAS<\/cite> soon. Things are finally clicking, and I am so thankful that spelling, reading, and writing no longer involve tears!\u201d<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>And Sharon shared what a difference <cite>All About Spelling<\/cite> is making for her son:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"box boxAlt\">\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dysgraphia-Erasing-Words-200x246.png\" alt=\"dysgraphia-erasing-words-200x200\" width=\"175\" class=\"right\" \/><p>\u201cMy son used to feel defeated, but now he has so much more enthusiasm for reading since he doesn't have to write. He doesn't dread school when his hands don't hurt and get tired. He also doesn't waste erasers from erasing so often! <\/p>\r\n    \r\n<p>\"He uses his magnetic letter tiles to build his words now, and he\u2019ll often ask to handwrite the words he has built. The tiles help him tell his <span class=\"italic\">b<\/span>, <span class=\"italic\">d<\/span>, <span class=\"italic\">p<\/span>, and <span class=\"italic\">q<\/span> apart, which make writing and spelling easier. Being able to look at the letters while writing has helped his handwriting improve, too!\u201d<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h2>The Bottom Line: Don't Let Dysgraphia Rob Your Child<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Handwriting may seem like a small part of education, but it affects your child\u2019s ability to express ideas. It\u2019s important to address dysgraphia, and to prevent it from stealing your child\u2019s motivation, his joy of learning, and his self-esteem.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Starting today, you can help make learning easier for your child with dysgraphia by implementing three simple ideas.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n    <li><span class=\"bold\">Compensation<\/span>: Minimize the distractions and frustrations of the writing process by using <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/dysgraphia\/#Alternatives\">alternatives to handwritten assignments<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n    <li><span class=\"bold\">Evaluate<\/span>: Establishing proper handwriting position is critical to handwriting success. Begin the process by <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/dysgraphia\/#Evaluation\">checking your child's handwriting position.<\/a><\/li>\r\n    <li><span class=\"bold\">Remediation<\/span>: Work on improving your child's penmanship skills by using the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.allaboutlearningpress.com\/dysgraphia\/#Remediation\">ideas in this post<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ol>\r\n\r\n<p>If you have any questions about your child\u2019s dysgraphia and how it affects reading and spelling instruction, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutlearningpress.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">please feel free to call or email us<\/a>. With <cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutlearningpress.com\/all-about-reading\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">All About Reading<\/a><\/cite> and <cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutlearningpress.com\/all-about-spelling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">All About Spelling<\/a><\/cite>, your child can continue to learn without frustration, and we\u2019re here to help!<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Does your child struggle with dysgraphia? What has helped? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\r\n\r\n<!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\r\n<p align=\"center\"><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-109c2c29-3db0-41a6-bfd9-1bb14b8653e9\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-109c2c29-3db0-41a6-bfd9-1bb14b8653e9\" id=\"hs-cta-109c2c29-3db0-41a6-bfd9-1bb14b8653e9\"><!--[if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/434478\/109c2c29-3db0-41a6-bfd9-1bb14b8653e9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-109c2c29-3db0-41a6-bfd9-1bb14b8653e9\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/434478\/109c2c29-3db0-41a6-bfd9-1bb14b8653e9.png\"  alt=\"How to Solve Letter Reversals\"\/><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(434478, '109c2c29-3db0-41a6-bfd9-1bb14b8653e9', {}); <\/script><\/span><\/p>\r\n<!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\r\n\r\n<span class=\"muted\">Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/teachingthroughspecialneeds\/\" title=\"undefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@teachingthroughspecialneeds<\/a> via Instagram<\/span>\r\n\t<br \/><br \/>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your child has trouble with handwriting, it may be dysgraphia. 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