Writing with good legibility requires eight different components

Memory – Remembering and writing dictated letters and numbers • Without the ability to recall what letters and numbers look like quickly, one’s production, speed, and accuracy are significantly affected. Orientation – Writing letters and numbers facing the correct direction • It is typical for beginning writers to demonstrate reversals, but these should disappear by the time a child turns seven. Errors with number and letter directionality cause spelling mistakes and legibility problems .Placement – Placing letters and numbers on the baseline of writing paper • Writing on a line is vital to filling out worksheets and paperwork with good legibility. Without good placement, writing will look messy and immature. Size – Writing with age appropriate size • Writing too large causes issues with writing fluency, and writing too small can affect readability. Start – writing each letter or number in the correct location. • Letters and numbers in the English language are designed to start at the top, as it allows writers to maintain legibility even when writing fast. Sequence – Formulating letters and numbers with the correct order and stroke direction • In all types of handwriting curriculum, there is a designated way to compose letters and numbers to aid in speed and neatness. It is essential that writers are taught the proper sequence of writing via direct classroom and/or therapy instruction. Control – Neatness• Difficulties with control are characteristically caused by poor habits involving an awkward or immature pencil grip or decreased hand strength. Spacing –The amount of space between words when composing sentences. • Spacing is needed between words to aid in the readability of written work.

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