National Handwriting Association

Charity promoting good practice in handwriting

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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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Annual Journal

The NHA’s annual journal Handwriting Today is available in both digital and printed versions, and is free for members. View the latest edition

NHA Online Short Courses

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

Recent Publication

Our latest edition of Developing a handwriting policy: A practical guide for schools – is now available as a printed booklet or digital download, at a discount for members. Learn more

Free Downloads

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

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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. Read more

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 child’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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TheSchoolRun Parent @The_School_Run·

17 Jun 1273269495235317762

Wonky letters? Massive spaces? We asked the experts from the National Handwriting Association for their advice on solving common #handwriting problems.

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Common handwriting problems and solutions

Illegible handwriting? Huge letters? Strange pencil grip? Struggles with left-handed writing? If your child is finding handwriting hard, perhaps it&#8...

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27 Mar 1243527498203365378

Another great website to visit for #handwriting resources: @SchofieldSims #homeschooling

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27 Mar 1243526441045803008

#Parents, looking for some #handwriting resources? @twinklresources have free resources to download over the next month. See here for letter formation activities: #homeschooling

1,957 Top Letter Formation Teaching Resources

Explore more than 1,957 'Letter Formation' resources for teachers, parents and pupils as well as related resources on 'Number Formation'

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Dr. Mellissa Prunty @MellissaPrunty·

6 Feb 1225505686626459648

@Griffin_OT @OTatBrunel @Tes_Primary @CypfSbot @RCOT_CYPF Hi, meta cognitive strategies are good, getting the child to engage with problem solving (CO-OP for example).Technology (iPad apps) can be motivating & provide feedback on errors. Otherwise schemes at universal level ie Penpals & Writewell ...see @NHA_news latest journal for tips

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TheSchoolRun Parent @The_School_Run·

12 Feb 1227522761137979392

Backwards letters, huge spacing... We've got expert advice to help you improve your child's #handwriting.

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Common handwriting problems and solutions

Illegible handwriting? Huge letters? Strange pencil grip? Struggles with left-handed writing? If your child is finding handwriting hard, perhaps it&#8...

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17 Feb 1229421786485460994

Are you a teacher,SENCo or school leader? Please complete our survey which aims to capture how spelling is taught in primary schools in England (Years 1-6). We are keen to hear about your experience of teaching spelling. Please click on the link here:
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