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Dyspraxia writing Aids & Equipment
There are so many aids and equipment for dyspraxia that parents are often totally confused with what to purchase first. I have listed a selection of aids which are specifically designed to help students (children and adults) with dyspraxia, and which I think would be most useful.
PenAgain ErgoSof Pen
This pen encourages the user to have a good pen or pencil grip. You cannot fail to hold this pen in the correct way, thereby teaching the younger child to hold the pen correctly. It should be said, though that these pens are very comfortable to use and are not just for children.
The suppliers also confirm that the 'no grip' design may be of particular benefit to people who find it difficult or uncomfortable to hold a pen. These pens are refillable.
Price Approx: £7.00 (but well worth it and because of the shape a little more difficult to loose, even for the children!)
Available from: The Dyslexia Shop
The Triangular Grip
The original pencil grip designed to encourage correct tripod position. Very good grips and extremely cheap, considering the children loose them all the time! I think these are probably the best for the very young child.
Price Approx: £3.00 for 10
Available from: Crossbow Education
The "Stubbi" Pencil Grip
The Stubbi Pencil grip was one of the first grips designed with ergonomic properties and remains one of the most popular choices. Extremely good pencil grips, students cannot fail to hold the pen correctly and they are very comfortable to use.
Price Approx: £3.95 for 10.
Available from: Crossbow Education
Dexball Writing Aid
Whilst this contraption certainly looks a little 'odd', it is actually very handy for the student who has problems with holding a pen correctly.
The Dexball has a pen holder attached to the soft ball and then the user holds the ball between forefinger and thumb. The pen is held in place by a plastic insert, when tightened. Some children will love to use this because it is different and fun to use. However, it is not cheap and if it was for my child, I would probably try one of the cheaper options first'.
Price Approx: £24.00 (expensive, but read the note above)
Available from: EmpTech
Writing Slope
This Writing Slope enables children to work and write at the optimum angle. Each sturdy slope is set at the recommended angle of 20 degrees and has a rubber grip to prevent slipping. This is an ideal piece of equipment for the student who has difficulty keeping the work in the right position.
Price Approx: £25.00.
Available from: CrossBow Education
Fantastic Full Size Mobile Phone
Fantastic full size mobile phone, you can get to grips with. The DORO, HandleEasy is designed for people who struggle with tiny buttons and wish only to make and receive calls. No frills mobile phone for people with dyspraxia or people who just don't want these fancy phones. It may sound expensive at nearly a hundred pounds, but I think it is really good it you just want a basic phone.
Price Approx: £99.00.
Available from:
www.theoriginalgift.co.uk
'dyslexia and other learning difficulties - a parent's guide' - book
For a fuller description of 'Dyslexia and Other Learning Difficulties - A Parent's Guide' please click here.
'dyslexia and alternative therapies' - book
My book: 'Dyslexia and Alternative Therapies' contains information on a wide range of alternative therapies and the way they can help people with dyslexia, dysgraphia and other specific learning difficulties (SpLDs).
For a fuller description of 'Dyslexia and Alternative Therapies' please click here.
Up-dated: 15 July, 2010