On February 2, 2020 Therapro was happy to host another successful webinar, Let’s Do It Write! Writing Readiness presented by Gail Kushnir, MA OT, B.Ed. During this webinar many writing readiness topics were discussed including the use of pencil grips. Gail noted the purpose of a pencil grip is to provide maximum support to the child in order to allow skill, stamina, and speed while handwriting. With a vast array of grips available, choosing the right one can be a daunting task. Gail simplified the process with these basic rules:
- Too much pressure… use a soft grip like The Pencil Grip
- Too much flexibility and instability….use a grip with firm support like the Bulb Grip
- Tremors….use a weighted grip at the top of the pencil and The Pencil Grip near the point
- Ectopic Dermatitis or physical anomalies….use a tube that increases the circumference of the pencil
- In most situations a slanted surface is crucial!
Still not sure, check out Therapro’s Get a Grip on Grips Handy Guide!