Handwriting & Sensory Play: 4-Week Series (6-8 years)

Is your child’s writing difficult to read? Do they seem to be avoiding handwritten tasks? Are you tired of the battles and ready for the relief of expert help? In this small group class, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Anne Berkery, OTR/L will support your child’s writing confidence with fun activities and gentle instruction!  

Class Information:

Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25

10AM – 12PM

$250 for the 4-week series (must attend all classes)

Class size limited to 6*

(Class full? Let us know about your interest as we may open more sections!)

Your child’s sensory needs may be interfering with their ability to write legibly. This group class, specifically designed for kids, ages 6-8, addresses tactile sensitivities as well as awareness of hand placement in a playful and light-hearted group environment. If writing has felt like a battle for your child, the movement and deep pressure activities of Handwriting & Sensory Play will help with their attention and regulating their nervous system.

Through fun activities, your child will get to practice it all in order to support their handwriting mastery:

• hand and upper extremity strengthening 
• muscle & movement awareness exercises
• mechanics of printing, 
• grasp patterns, 
• letter formation practice, 
• emotional regulation, and 
• mindfulness

“Handwriting & Sensory Play” is specifically designed for children, ages 6-8, and is based on the program “Handwriting without Tears.” There is a small amount of homework required to enhance the benefits of this class.

About the Facilitator: Anne Berkery, OTR/L, has worked as a pediatric occupational therapist for over 30 years in various settings. In her work, Anne emphasizes having fun so that children can engage, focus, and practice skills that promote healthy development, and integrate the new sensations and movements that they learn. Anne has diverse training in neurology, anatomy, psychology, neuromotor development, and art. Most of all, however, Anne is an expert at approaching kids with a positive mindset and providing lots of encouragement. Anne is also the lead instructor for Intuition Wellness Center’s “Sensory Play & Social Skills.”

*Registration Ends Sunday, June 2, 2024.