Welcome to the Penmanship Lab! We understand how important it is to you as a parent or educator to provide your child with the best possible foundation for their academic and personal growth.
Our mission is to turn the process of learning handwriting into an engaging adventure that is not only beneficial for our kids but also enjoyable. Recognizing that exceptional penmanship serves as a unique superpower for self-expression, we're here to guide you and your child through this transformative experience.
Founded by an occupational therapist who values the uniqueness of each child, our handwriting coaching services are crafted to cater to individual needs. We are dedicated to creating a positive learning environment that encourages creativity, growth, and confidence, specifically tailored for enhancing handwriting skills.
Our commitment is to assist your child in realizing their full potential and achieving success, with a focus on fostering legible and confident handwriting in all areas of their academic and personal life.
If you have any specific inquiries or would like more information about our handwriting coaching, contact us today!
"When students do not adequately develop handwriting skills, the negative implications can be lifelong. Without consistent exposure to handwriting, research indicates that students can experience difficulty in certain processes required for success in reading and writing..."
-Conti, 2012; Berninger, 2012; Case-Smith, 2012; Peverly, 2012
Top 4 Reasons Handwriting Is Important
It helps bump up grades and test scores- focusing on learning to make writing a natural and automatic skill allows letters and words to be legible. Poor handwriting can impede academic performance.
It puts the focus on the content of the written work- More natural and automatic handwriting increases concentration on the contents rather than the mechanics of writing. In turn, boosting confidence for academics and leading to better communication skills.
It is a requirement for many jobs- A recent monster search revealed that positions in security systems, healthcare and engineering, and childcare require legible handwriting in their job descriptions. This indicates the importance of handwriting skills for lifelong success.
It is an everyday communication skill- If teachers can't read a child's writing, they can't properly grade their work. Children are required to perform handwriting skills on a daily basis in school and at home. They take notes, complete homework, take test, and so much more.
-Resource, HWT Connections, 2011
Parent Testimonials
“I recently enrolled my son in a penmanship workshop and was extremely impressed with the results. The instructor was knowledgeable and patient, providing valuable feedback and guidance throughout the course.”
“The coach is par-excellence. Its just not handwriting, but fine and gross motor skills evaluation and exercise. Its a holistic approach and methodology. I haven't come across such comprehensive approach and methodology. Be confident when you enroll for virtual class. You will see value and improvement quickly.”
“Leslie is magic! My daughter's writing improved in a few weeks. Her teacher mentioned the great change and it was a definite confidence boost! The mix of writing techniques, core muscle exercises and games was wonderful. Highly recommend!”
