Magic Link – an Occupational Therapist perspective
An O.T Perspective As an Occupational Therapist I wanted to describe my perspective when teaching many children with poor handwriting. I have been working as a Dyslexia specialist with children experiencing specific learning disabilities and I found...
Why is good handwriting crucial?
Why is good handwriting crucial? Handwriting is an essential skill for both children and adults and the importance of handwriting must never be underestimated. Children, students, teachers, lecturers, parents feel happy, confident and inspired by good handwriting...
Find a Handwriting Teacher in the UK
Handwriting Teachers in the UK If you’re searching for a handwriting teacher in the UK to address messy or illegible handwriting, we provide a practical solution. With a network of over 40 certified Magic Link teachers situated in London and various locations...
Why is it important to have good handwriting?
Studies have shown that older schoolchildren handwrite almost 50% of the time and younger children handwrite almost 90% of the time so good handwriting is crucial! During a school day, children write in workbooks, make notes, fill in worksheets, write exam papers,...
Helping Children with Dysgraphia
What is Dysgraphia? Helping children with dysgraphia begins with understanding what dysgraphia is and how it affects handwriting and written expression. Many children with dysgraphia are bright and articulate. They may explain ideas clearly out loud but struggle to...
Handwriting guru is on a mission – feature in the Ham and High – Family & Education
Handwriting guru is on a mission – feature in the Ham and High – Family & Education Lee Dein of Magic Link is determined to transform the handwriting skills of kids in primary and secondary schools. A mother-of-four is on a mission to transform the...
Does your child need a handwriting tutor? The Telegraph – by Anna Maxted
Does your child need a handwriting tutor? by Anna Maxted 13 APRIL 2017 • 7:00AM A flick through the writing book of my 10-year old renders me slate-faced for the duration of parents’ evening. His ‘penmanship’ – though it takes gall...
School handwriting skills cause concern in schoolchildren
School handwriting skills cause concern in Oxfordshire schoolchildren Oxfordshire’s schoolchildren are falling behind with handwriting, according to county council report. It says Oxfordshire is in the bottom quarter of all local authorities for writing at Key...
How to improve handwriting in teenagers
How can teenagers improve their handwriting? According to The Telegraph; “Lockdown disruption to schools and the rise of tablets and computers are factors in the decline of handwriting”. It’s a common observation that numerous teenagers and secondary...
15 Benefits of Magic Link in Schools.
The15 benefits of Magic Link in Schools 1. Perfect for Both Primary and Secondary Pupils The Magic Link Handwriting Programme is designed to cater to both primary and secondary school pupils, providing age-appropriate instruction and resources to ensure neat and tidy...
Poor handwriting may cause anxiety & low-self esteem
Poor handwriting may lead to anxiety & low-self esteem A study in 2014, found that anxiety is one of the most common causes of distress in children and young people in the classroom, affecting as many as one in five primary...
Advantages of the Magic Link Handwriting Programme for home educated pupils
There are many advantage of using the Magic Link Handwriting Programme for home educated pupils. Many parents choose to teach their children at home instead of enrolling them and making them study within the formal setting of a public or private school. The Magic Link...
Handwriting – A Crucial Part of Communication
Handwriting is an important and often overlooked communication skill. Having been qualified for more than 30 years as a Speech and Language Therapist and Dyslexia Teacher I remain astonished that the skill of handwriting is neither taught nor even mentioned in...
Finding a cure for Poor Penmanship: Newspaper Article from TheJC.com
Sunday 21 February, 2016 THE JEWISH CHRONICLE ONLINE Finding a cure for Poor Penmanship By Nadine Wojakovski, February 18, 2016 After teacher Lee Dein had seen hundreds of children of all ages struggle to write legibly, she felt compelled to seek a...
Abolish the Lead-in Stroke!
Why the Lead-in Stroke should be Abolished? Many people strongly believe that the lead-in stroke (also called the entry stroke) should be abolished from handwriting instruction. On 1st April 2021, the Department for Education (DfE) made an important announcement: “At...
The 7 Crucial Factors for Improving Handwriting
People across various age groups, including older teenagers and adults, often ask if it is possible to improve handwriting, and the answer is a resounding yes—with the assistance of a few key elements. Possessing excellent handwriting is vital for numerous...
Good handwriting is crucial to exam success.
It is important to define what “good handwriting” means. Good handwriting should be clear, tidy and legible. Good handwriting should also be formed quickly and with speed. The teaching of clear handwriting should be a component of school education....
Improve Handwriting with Triangular Pens and Pencils
Triangular pens for handwriting . Triangular pens and pencils for handwriting can significantly improve grip, control and writing stamina in children and teenagers. Choosing the right writing tool plays a crucial role in handwriting development. At Magic Link,... 