1. DYSGRAPHIA
Picture: Child Writing

2. WHAT IS DYSGRAPHIA?
• A learning disability that effects writing
which requires a complex set of motor
and information processing skills

3. WHAT IS DYSGRAPHIA?
• Dysgraphia makes the act of writing
difficult.
• Leads to problems with spelling,
handwriting, and getting thoughts down on
paper.

4. WHAT ARE WARNING SIGNS OF
DYSGRAPHIA?
Students with Dysgraphia may exhibit the
following:
• Illegible handwriting
• Saying words out loud while writing
• Trouble forming letter shapes
• Trouble keeping track of thoughts already
written down
• Difficulty with syntax structure and
grammar

5. STRATAGIES TO HELP
• Accommodations: providing alternatives to
written expression
• Modifications: changing expectations or tasks to
minimize or avoid the area of weakness
• Remediation: providing instruction for
improving handwriting and writing skills

6. ACCOMODATIONS
• Use of word processing or computer software
• Speech recognition software
• Increase amount of time a student has to copy
work and complete tasks

7. MODIFICATIONS
• Eliminate “neatness” on grading rubric
• Develop cooperative writing projects that
encourage students to work together and
complete different tasks
• Offer alternative projects to a written report
Ex: oral presentations

8. REMIDATIONS
• Provide students with raised line paper
• Allow students to use writing utensil of their
choice and place a “griper” for more stability
• Occupational Therapy sessions to enhance
motor skills

9. EXAMPLE LESSONS
• Shaving Cream Spelling
• Spread shaving cream on students’ desks
• Ask students to say the word, spell the
word, then say it again
• Instruct students to write the word in the
shaving cream on their desk
• Can be adapted for math facts

10. EXAMPLE LESSONS
• Bean Math Sentences
• Give each child x number of beans (ex: 6)
• Have them shake the beans (you can use a
can to shake them in)
• Instruct students to spill the beans
• Say and record the number sentence.
• Example: If they shake four red and two white,
the number sentence is 4 + 2 = 6.

11. UDL CONNECTION
• UDL encourages choice and autonomy in terms
of work
• Provide students with various assignment
options
• Allow students to set their own goals and assess
reflect on the progress they have made with teir
work