Simply attach to your child’s pencil you attach Build-A-Grip to your child’s pencil or any other writing tools. As your child’s fingers grasp the base, close to the pencil tip, they are guided into the correct position.
Comfortably fits your child’s hand The Handle is tapered to fit right where there is a gap in the bone development of younger children and opens up the space between the thumb and index finger.
Develop healthy grip techniques so they won’t get tired or experience pain in their hand when they write. Which leads to their academic success.
Did you know that grip problems can significantly impact a child’s academic performance and make them resistant to writing? Whether it’s discomfort, pain, or poor grip habits, Build-A-Grip is here to provide a comprehensive and innovative writing system that addresses these challenges head-on. Let’s explore how Build-A-Grip can make a real difference.
From a young age, children may experience difficulties in grasping a pencil when writing. This can be attributed to the laxity in the joints of their developing hands until around the age of 7. As a result, writing becomes uncomfortable and even painful, hindering their academic performance and creating resistance towards writing. Additionally, older children may also struggle due to unhealthy grip habits acquired earlier, while those with developmental issues require extra support to write effectively.
This is a pronated grasp. It is a developmentally normal grasp pattern used by children between the ages of 24 and 36 months. After the age of approximately 42 months this would be considered immature. The best Build-a-Grip pieces to use in correcting this grasp pattern would be to use the handle and the base. Using these pieces does not force the hand into any position, but promotes correct finger placement and opens the webspace.
This is a supinated grasp. It is not a grasp we want to see children use. We would recommend using the base and the Webster to correct this grasp pattern.
The palm pillow is excellent for giving a cue for placing the wrist on the table.
This is often referred to as the claw grasp or digital grasp.
The best Build-a-Grip pieces to use are the base and handle.
These pieces are recommended to encourage a more neutral hand position.
This is the thumb tuck grasp. It is not a natural position to hold a pencil, it’s stressful on the thumb and doesn’t allow for free movement of the fingers. For this grasp we recommend the base and the handle. After the thumb becomes more comfortable in a better position the progression can be made to the Webster.
This is called the fisted grasp, used by for a very young child. Children often use this grasp when they have weakness in the arms. It is a grasp children use in an attempt to get control over the pencil. For this grasp we recommend the base and the handle. This combination of pieces still provides a large area for the fingers to grasp but in a more functional position.
This is the thumb wrap grasp. It usually occurs when a child doesn’t feel control over the pencil. Children will wrap the thumb around the pencil to get more control of the pencil. This grasp doesn’t allow for free movement of the lead. For this type of grasp we recommend the base and the handle, with progression to the Webster.
This is a lateral pinch grasp. This grasp doesn’t allow the space between the thumb and the pointer finger to open up which is often seen when children have poor stability in the hands. For this type of grasp we recommend the base and the handle. When the handle is positioned in the palm it allows the pencil to be held back into the webspace.
Grip Challenges Impacting Writing Performance
Unhealthy grip patterns and inefficient writing techniques can lead to hand fatigue and further exacerbate grip problems. These issues not only affect the quality of a child’s writing but also impact their ability to sustain the necessary focus and concentration required for academic success. It is crucial to address these grip-related challenges and provide children with the support they need to develop healthy grip habits.
Inefficient Grip Patterns and Hand Fatigue
Enter Build-A-Grip, a mission-driven company committed to preventing and addressing grip problems through its specially designed and technologically innovative writing system. The Build-A-Grip system offers a solution that not only helps children avoid inefficient grip patterns but also corrects poor grip habits that may have developed over time.
Patented Progressive Support
What sets Build-A-Grip apart is its patented progressive support system, which adapts as the child’s hand grows and changes. The various components of the system are interchangeable, taking into account the development of the child’s entire hand. By utilizing Build-A-Grip, children can strengthen the muscles that support their tendons and encourage the formation of a healthy hand.
Comfortable and Effective Writing
Build-A-Grip’s innovative system is a game-changer. By using the Build-A-Grip system, children can experience comfortable and effective writing. They can say goodbye to discomfort, pain, and fatigue associated with grip issues. With the help of Build-A-Grip, children can develop proper grip techniques, ensuring that their writing experience becomes more enjoyable, effortless, and successful.
Don’t let grip issues hinder your child’s academic progress and enjoyment of writing. Discover how Build-A-Grip’s patented writing system can transform your child’s grip and enhance their writing experience. Help them build a healthy grip foundation for a lifetime of success.
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