The Pencil Grip Original Universal Ergonomic Writing Aid for Righties and Lefties, 6 Count, Assorted Colors (TPG-11106)

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Honestly, this grip is essentially “The Pencil Grip”, with a wing on the front to help prevent the fingers and thumb from wrapping over the pencil shaft. Different types of pencil grips do not help to overcome the root of the inefficient grasp, as these issues must be addressed simultaneously, while implementing the gripper.

The alternative pencil grasp pattern that is successful for many kiddos who simply cannot achieve an efficient grasp is use of an adaptive tripod grasp, or any grasp which enables a functional grip on the pencil.It will also be available to download within 48 hours, and you can find it either as a new resource, or under 'Alternative versions' above.

They are not used to using them in this way, therefore they will be uncomfortable and met with resistance. A good grasping pattern will be essential later in school, as handwriting tasks become longer and more complex. Before we get into the various types of pencil grips you may see an occupational therapy practitioner recommend, it’s important to cover functional pencil grip. You could then try out different methods, like trying different pencils that might be easier to grip. These can purchased as pictured, but can also be made with or without the charm support, by using two terry cloth hair bands using these directions, or by following the visual sequence for creating one using elastic bands.It also has a wing on the front, and the material is stiffer in design, which can help aid in the prevention of any finger or thumb wrapping.

The visuals will help parents and teachers understand grasp development and the goals for an appropriate grasping pattern. The Adaptive Tripod Grip is appropriate to use when low muscle tone or hyper mobility of the finger joints limits pinching and manipulating the pencil. Most children naturally develop a pencil grasp that is comfortable for them and a variety of different grasps can be seen in any classroom.The Grotto Grip is not as cushiony as “The Pencil Grip”, but it is easier to use, as it has molded finger slots for the thumb and index fingers, and an indentation on the bottom for the grip to rest on the middle finger. A pencil grip may be a tool provided to support a functional pencil grasp, depending on the needs of the individual student.

Older children using this grasp have not developed the fine motor skills needed to hold onto their pencil with their fingers. Rest assured, the use of the right pencil grip, when coupled with the activities you are using to get to the root of the problem, will help. You will have children that the typical grip will not work for, and you’ll need that one rarely used grip just for them! The pencil design is for not for tiny hands, but is effective for finger placement without the use of a pencil grip, making it more motivating to use.The use of larger pencils and crayons leads to compensatory grasping patterns, as they are too long and too heavy for little hands to grasp and hold for long periods of time. This pencil positioner helps to reposition the pencil within the web space, by pulling the pencil back into the web space, while promoting improved finger placement on the pencil shaft. If their thumb overwrap is significant, this grip may not be the one for them, as it allows a wrap grasp with little resistance. The type of pencil grip can also serve to support the child as they focus on the writing process, therefore not exhausting their thought and energy, trying to remember to grasp the pencil properly for the best function.