SEN: HandwritingYears 1–4Handwriting & Fine Motor

Left-handed writing support

Guidance and exercises for left-handed writers: correct paper angle, pencil grip, hand position and strategies to avoid smudging.

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    Imagine holding a pencil in your left hand. Your fingers grip it gently, like holding a tiny bird!

  2. 2

    Which hand do you use to hold the pencil if you're left-handed?

  3. 3

    Trace the letter 'l' with your left hand — start at the top and go down.

  4. 4

    Watch how to write 'l' with your left hand.

  5. 5

    Where do you start writing the letter 'l'?

  6. 6

    Now write 'll' — two 'l's side by side. Keep your left hand steady.

  7. 7

    Great job! What should you do if your hand feels tired?

Practise Left-handed writing support with Whizlo

Free AI-tutored lessons, unlimited practice questions, and progress tracking for ages 5–9. Aligned to the UK National Curriculum.