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Handwriting resources for teens?

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Insecurepanda · 01/11/2026 19:36

My teen’s handwriting used to be good but after 3 years of online only homework it’s become much less legible. I’m worried how this will affect exams (which are all handwritten). He also finds writing tiring.

has anyone found any resources to help a teen get better at handwriting? (And if so does anyone have any tips on how to make said teen do it?!!)

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Sunbringer · 01/11/2026 20:11

My mum just made me copy out fiction books over and over again. Old fashioned but it worked.

Iloveeverycat · 01/11/2026 21:00

You are allowed to use a computer for exams if the hand writing doesn't improve and if you then go to college they give you a letter to say you used a computer for your exams.

SmokeAndStack · 01/11/2026 21:17

My dd had batteries attached to her pen with elastic bands to strengthen her hands for about six months. It didn’t make her neater but it definitely made her more resilient.

Anomyone · 01/11/2026 21:21

My teen started on adhd medication and his handwriting improved literally overnight.
It was the most drastic change I could see instantly, was unbelievable the difference. Not saying go down that road for handwriting, but, you know, if there's other symptoms, could be linked.

Insecurepanda · 01/11/2026 21:44

Thanks all. No other ND symptoms or SEN, so copying out fiction will be!

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