Handwriting Readiness Groups

Children's Classes

Handwriting Readiness Groups

Handwriting Readiness groups are facilitated by an occupational therapist and enrolls up to 6 students. This group class is a fun way to help children learn to compose legible and fluent handwriting as an automatic and natural skill. Perfect for children learning to write, as well as those needing a little extra support, this program uses entertaining and educationally sound instructional methods to teach handwriting basics. Classes are held for one hour each week. Enrollment is on an ongoing basis.

For the most successful class experience, children should be able to follow multi-step directions and be able to participate in a group activity for at least 4-5 minutes. If your child would benefit from a higher level of support while learning to write, please fill out the below interest form to receive more information about individual occupational therapy services.

Classes Include:

Motor warm-up with games related to the day’s lesson
Circle time with direct instruction, including hands-on activities, songs, and interactive materials
Art activities incorporating writing concepts and related fine motor skills
Suggested home activities to promote generalization and faster progress
Activities and lessons are presented with a multi-sensory approach and tailored to each child’s learning style

SKILLS ADDRESSED DURING CLASS:

Upper body strength & finger strength
Postural stability
Eye/hand coordination
Visual perceptual & fine more skills
Proper grasp of pencil/crayon
Letter formation
Spacing

Coverage and Payment Options:

Private Pay
- Handwriting Readiness Groups — $350/month

We feel lucky to have found the Handwriting Readiness class! This wonderful class provides small group learning in an engaging format. In the time my daughter has attended, her letter writing skills have grown by leaps and bounds. It’s rare to find a class specifically for learning how to write that’s taught by an OT in a group setting rather than one-to-one tutoring. Additionally, this class meets students where they are and provides a safe, caring, nondiscriminatory and nurturing environment where any child can feel confident. My daughter looks forward to the class every week.

Handwriting Readiness Class Parent

Current Schedule and Locations:

Classes are held on Thursday afternoons at our Burlingame location. We are currently accepting enrollments.

If you’re interested in signing up for a Handwriting Readiness Group or Individual Occupational Therapy, or have questions, please complete an interest form and we will contact you.

Interest Form

Handwriting Readiness Groups