National Handwriting Association

Charity promoting good practice in handwriting

The National Handwriting Association is a charity whose aims are to raise awareness of the importance of handwriting as a vital component of literacy, to promote good practice in the teaching of handwriting and to support those who work with children with handwriting difficulties.

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Tune in to Amanda McLeod on the radio

Amanda McLeod of the National Handwriting Association was talking about the importance of handwriting on Radio 4’s PM with Evan Davis, on Times Radio and BBC Berkshire. You can listen to the PM recording from 5th May between 46:50 and 50:40 minutes.

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About Handwriting

Handwriting is a means of expressing language, just like speech, and it also leaves a lasting trace. It is a complex skill to master, one which involves linguistic, cognitive, perceptual and motor components. Some people, young and old, find handwriting difficult and need help to perfect the skill. Even in the computer age, handwriting is important.ย Read more

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Annual Journal

The NHA’s annual journalย Handwriting Today is available in both digital and printed versions, and is free for members.ย  View journals

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Take our online courses hosted with Communicate-Ed starting on dates to suit you. Five courses are available now. View our taster videos.

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Good Practice for Handwriting Toolkit

Download our Good Practice for Handwriting Toolkit free of charge. The pack includes a poster and two of our popular Tips for Teaching.ย Learn more

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How Can We Help You?

Teachers & Support Staff

Do you want to know the requirements for handwriting in the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum for English? Learn more

Students

Are you in teacher training and want to know more about handwriting literacy? Start here

Parents

Are you concerned about your childโ€™s handwriting? Here’s what to do

Therapists

Do you work with children who have handwriting difficulties? See how we help therapists

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“My pencil is my friend. Our letters curl and bend, And when ideas refuse to come I chew the other end.”

In Praise of Handwriting, by Julia Donaldson

National Handwriting Association
2 Moths Grace, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9FY, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 (0)7749 416 604
Email: admin@nha-handwriting.org.uk

The National Handwriting Association is registered as a charity
Registered Charity Number: 1051157