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Common Handwriting Problems and Solutions: Pencil Grasp
The optimal pencil grasp is known as “tripod grasp”. This is when the pencil
is supported by the thumb, index, and middle fingers. The ring and middle
fingers are bent, and rest comfortably on the table. You should not worry
about your student’s pencil grasp unless it is affecting their writing or the
student is experiencing pain. Ideally, it would be nice to teach every student
how to hold their pencil properly from the beginning stage; however, some
students develop poor habits and you may need to try an adaptive grip too
help position their fingers. Suggested grips are The Peanut grip (if you want
to promote open of the web space, and consistent tripod grasp); or the
Stetro Grip (This grip has three small grooves to rest the thumb, index and
middle fingers on). Stetro Grips are the most commonly used grip by
classroom teachers across America, can be purchased in any stationary
stores. The Peanut grips can be ordered from Therapy Shoppe at online at
therapyshoppe.com. When modifying the pencil grasp, have the student
only use the adaptive grip for a short time each day. This will help the
student get accustomed to the feel of a new grasp. Too much awkwardness
may make the child resist change.
Common Handwriting Problems and Solutions: Pencil Grasp
The optimal pencil grasp is known as “tripod grasp”. This is when the pencil
is supported by the thumb, index, and middle fingers. The ring and middle
fingers are bent, and rest comfortably on the table. You should not worry
about your student’s pencil grasp unless it is affecting their writing or the
student is experiencing pain. Ideally, it would be nice to teach every student
how to hold their pencil properly from the beginning stage; however, some
students develop poor habits and you may need to try an adaptive grip too
help position their fingers. Suggested grips are The Peanut grip (if you want
to promote open of the web space, and consistent tripod grasp); or the
Stetro Grip (This grip has three small grooves to rest the thumb, index and
middle fingers on). Stetro Grips are the most commonly used grip by
classroom teachers across America, can be purchased in any stationary
stores. The Peanut grips can be ordered from Therapy Shoppe at online at
therapyshoppe.com. When modifying the pencil grasp, have the student
only use the adaptive grip for a short time each day. This will help the
student get accustomed to the feel of a new grasp. Too much awkwardness
may make the child resist change.
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