Raising a Left-handed Child? 5 Challenges & Tips to Help! by Donna John

Parenting
7 years ago

Raising a Left-handed Child? 5 Challenges & Tips to Help!

By age 5, you should know your child’s dominant hand. Is your child a leftie? Try these tips from Education.com

  • Writing – For school-aged kids, parents can help by teaching their child to tilt the paper toward the right. 
  • Holding Pens/Pencils – Make sure kids hold the pen right. Lefties tend to “hook” grasp. 
  • Computers – Invest in a left-handed mouse. 
  • Tying Shoes – This can be more challenging. Practicing with shoes off and in front of a mirror can help. 
  • Products – Invest in items designed for lefties.

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