20/11/2025
📄 Why Is My 9-Year-Old Still Struggling with Handwriting?
Handwriting isn’t just about pencil grip. It's a complex act between motor coordination, sensory processing, visual perception, and executive function. If your child is still struggling despite years of schooling, you’re not alone. 1 in 3 children face hidden challenges that impact writing fluency, posture, and confidence.
As occupational therapists, we decode the why behind the struggle, and help kids thrive with targeted strategies that build strength, regulation, and independence.
💡 Start by observing posture, grip, speed, and emotional cues. 🧠 Then, let’s assess and support the systems behind the skill. 🖊️ Because handwriting is more than marks on paper, it’s a window into your child’s development.