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Welcome to the show notes for Episode 167 of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast.
What do you think makes handwriting fun and effective for kids? In this episode, we dig into strategies that don’t just teach handwriting but make it enjoyable for students.
Dr. Beverly Moskowitz, the Size Matters Handwriting Program creator, shares her 48 years of expertise to show you how to empower teachers, build student buy-in, and integrate handwriting practices across the curriculum.
From understanding key concepts like "Super C" letters to using engaging tools like stars, dice, and even spaghetti and meatballs for spacing, this episode is packed with practical, research-based tips.
So, grab a notebook and join us as we explore the art of handwriting in a way that's as impactful as it is entertaining!
Listen now to learn the following objectives:
Learners will identify at least two handwriting strategies that could be embedded in all content areas across the curriculum.
Learners will identify at least two handwriting strategies you can use to increase student buy-in and teacher retention in the classroom.
Learners will understand the benefits of structured and Adapted Material
Guests Bio
Beverly H. Moskowitz, DOT, MS OTR/L FAOTA, has over 48 years of experience as a pediatric Occupational Therapist, making significant contributions to the field. She holds a BS in OT from the University of Pennsylvania and both an MS and DOT from Temple University. Dr. Bev is the author of the Size Matters ® Handwriting Program, proven effective in promoting legibility and widely used across the U.S. and internationally.
In 2010, she founded Real OT Solutions ®, which provides effective, affordable solutions for therapists and educators. She was inducted as a Fellow into the American Occupational Therapy Association in 2015. Additionally, Dr. Bev is a national lecturer and offers professional development workshops to teach best practices and time-saving strategies for therapists. Her commitment to mentoring and research continues to influence the field of occupational therapy.
Quotes
“You have to have concepts and strategies that happen all day long in all content areas because writing does happen in social studies, science. In math, the kids are writing. So you wanna remind kids about the best practices in handwriting so their writing is legible there too”
-Beverly H. Moskowitz, DOT MS OTR/L FAOTA
“Our job is not to give teachers more to do. They have plenty. But we wanna give them strategies that they can embed handwriting across the curriculum, make it easier for them to do so, build that buy in with the kids so that there's follow through.”
-Beverly H. Moskowitz, DOT MS OTR/L FAOTA
“Kids love feeling like teachers, and they love catching you when you mess up. When you intentionally mess up and let them critique you, it builds their confidence and ownership over their learning.”
-Beverly H. Moskowitz, DOT MS OTR/L FAOTA
Resources
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