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By Jerry Webster, About.com Guide to Special Education

Lend Your Helping Hand to Help a Child who Struggles With Writing

Friday January 30, 2009
With keyboards and text messaging taking such a strong hold, many parents tell me that their children just don't like to write or really struggle with writing. Unfortunately, it's still the most common tool in schools and most likely will be until each child has access daily to the technology. Use the checklist to determine if your child struggles with writing by determining if they have more weaknesses than strengths. Once you have determined the areas of need (weaknesses) start addressing them slowly, focusing about 15 minutes daily.

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