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Dysgraphia

Dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects writing, which requires a complex set of motor and information processing skills. It can lead to problems with spelling, poor handwriting, and putting thoughts on paper. People with dysgraphia might have trouble organizing letters, numbers, and words on a line or page.

What is Dysgraphia - Writing Disability
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Video: What is Dysgraphia? Featured Video: What Is Dysgraphia?
Dysgraphia…What does it mean? What are its symptoms, and how can parents help their children overcome the obstacles it may create? LD expert Dr. Sheldon Horowitz explains. More >
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La disgrafía es una discapacidad de aprendizaje que afecta la escritura, que requiere un complejo conjunto de habilidades de procesamiento motrices y de la información. La disgrafía dificulta el acto de escribir. Puede llevar a problemas con la ortografía, mala caligrafía, y difi... More >
10 Helpful Dysgraphia Resources 10 Helpful Dysgraphia Resources
Are you or your child struggling with dysgraphia, or difficulty writing? The following resources will help you learn more about dysgraphia and find help. You can always use NCLD’s Resource Locator to find programs in your local area.Accommodations and Modifications for Students with... More >
Common Warning Signs of Dysgraphia in Children in Grades 3-8 Common Warning Signs of Dysgraphia in Children in Grades 3-8
Dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects writing, which requires a complex set of motor and information processing skills. Is your child is having trouble with the physical act of writing or putting thoughts down on paper? If so, the following list of common warning signs of ... More >
Seven Facts About Learning Disabilities and Written Expression Seven Facts About Learning Disabilities and Written Expression
Many people with learning disabilities (LD) struggle with written expression. For students with dysgraphia, the act of writing is difficult. Those with dyslexia often have serious difficulties with spelling. Also vulnerable are students who have weaknesses in areas such as vocabulary,... More >
Common Warning Signs of Dysgraphia in Children Pre-K to Grade 2 Common Warning Signs of Dysgraphia in Children Pre-K to Grade 2
Does your young child struggle with drawing and writing when other children of the same age don’t seem to have the same difficulty? Does your child often get fatigued because the physical process of writing is so arduous? Dysgraphia is a learning disability (LD) that affects writing... More >
Common Warning Signs of Dysgraphia in College Students and Adults Common Warning Signs of Dysgraphia in College Students and Adults
Have you always had a difficult time with writing - the physical act of using a pen and pencil during writing or conveying your ideas in written formats? Or, do you know someone who might struggle with written expression? If so, you’ll want to know about a learning disability (LD) c... More >
Common Warning Signs of Dysgraphia in Children in Grades 9-12 Common Warning Signs of Dysgraphia in Children in Grades 9-12
Has your teenager always struggled with written expression? Is his or her written work messy, disorganized, and incomplete? If the answer is "yes", review the following list of common warning signs of dysgraphia in high school students. Dysgraphia is a learning disability (LD) that ... More >