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Hand Strengthening for Better Handwriting

Completed by 133 learners
Ages 4-8
Live One-Time Class
This is a one time lesson with an OT that teaches basic exercises and fun activities your child can do on a regular basis to improve their hand strength. If your child fatigues quickly with writing or coloring, hand weakness may be their issue!
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(97 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
3-6 learners per class
30 min

What's included

1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

Students will learn exercises and fun activities they can do daily to help them gain hand strength. Hand strength is important for adequate writing skills, cutting skills, and self care. The students and I will do hand and finger exercises together, play games, and do activities that involve moving muscles of the hand. They will be having so much fun, they won't even realize they are exercising! I enjoy using a multi-sensory approach to learning, so I will use songs, tactile manipulatives, visuals, and movement. There will a hand out with a list of the exercises for you to reference after the class in order to continue on your own.

Learning Goals

Students will learn exercises and activities they can complete daily to gain hand strength while having fun! Younger students may need the support of a parent to follow along.

Other Details

Supply List
One page handout will be provided prior to class. Please bring a rubber band, a pencil, and play dough or other non- toxic dough to class.
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined May, 2020
5.0
97reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from University of Alabama in Birmingham (UAB)
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Montevallo
I am trained as an Occupational Therapist. I have come across so many children that could use a little extra support, whether they qualify for services or not. That is why I put together this class and others like it. I hope this class will be helpful for ALL children and give extra ideas for things you can continue to do at home. Please note that this is not a therapy session, as I have not evaluated your child and do not know specific areas they may be struggling with. I will be teaching students general exercise and fun activities to target hand and finger strength. Participation in this class can benefit all learners but should be taken with parent support and supervision as needed. If your child has significant deficits, weakness, or loss of muscle tone, it is best to consult with their Pediatrician for advice and treatment options. 

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