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Writing/Classroom Tools

This section offers a varied but selected grouping of items for developing and improving the classroom skills of writing and cutting. There are positional aides, special and unique pens, pencils, grips, crayons, markers, writing papers, instructional materials and fun activity-based itmes!

Color Changing Markers
$7.95
W1101
These are real magic! 12 nontoxic colored markers completely change the color when gone over with the magic pen. 2 magic pens included in each set. Watch yellow turn to red and black to pink, etc. Use your imagination and have fun. Perfect motivator for those who are writing-phobic.

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Pen Again-ErgoSoft pen
With the unique cradling “Y” shape of the PenAgain you really do not need to grip the pen with your fingers, as the weight of your hand will keep the pen in place. This reduces tension and stress throughout the fingers,hand and wrist. You can write longer with greater ease. Great for anyone who has to write a lot or tends to squeeze their pen too tight. Now comes with a soft rubber-coating for extra comfort and style, retractable tip, pocket clip and 2 additional black refills. Try it, you’ll like it!

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Pen Again-ErgoSoft pen $6.95 W4880 Quantity   
Pen Again-ErgoSoft pen Refills $1.95 W4877 Quantity   
Twist n' Write Pencil by Pen Again (4 pk) $4.95 W4180 Quantity   
Evo-Pen
A truly unique shape in writing implements. Recommended by the Arthritis foundation and Mary Benbow MS, OTR (hand development specialist). The Evo-pen follows the contour of the fingers and eliminates some of the difficulties associated with standard shaped writing implements. Its thin size also assists in promoting a more dynamic grasp. Try it with school age children and writing-phobics, as well as the physically involved. Great for adults too (try it at report writing time!)

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Evo-Pen (each) $3.95 W6620 Quantity   
Evo Pen - Ink Refills (Set of 3) $3.95 W6621 Quantity   
Pencil and Pen Weight
Easy to use, 1.5 oz. Ceramic weight fits most standard stick pens and pencils. Simple O-rings let you tailor placement for each user. The weight increases feedback and proprioception so there is more awareness of hand and fingers resulting in greater control and tolerance.

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Pencil and Pen Weight- One weight $4.50 W3627 Quantity   
Pencil and Pen Weight - Set of 3 $11.95 W3621 Quantity   
Weighted Pencil Holders
These special pencil holders are weighted. They help increase awareness of the pencil and hand. Holder is 4-in. long, 3/4” in diameter and weighs 4.0 oz. Comes with a pencil and small allen wrench for adjusting the screw which hold the pencil in place. Works best with shorter implements. The deluxe holder has a vinyl cover.

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Standard Weighted Pencil Holder (Pediatric Size) $22.95 W3686 Quantity   
Deluxe Weighted Pencil Holder (Pediatric Size) $24.95 W3624 Quantity   
Ring Writer™ Clip
Unique clip with the two linked rings, automatically positions and angles a writing implement for proper grasping. Little to no gripping ability is needed but an opposed grasp with open webspace is facilitated. Comes in 3 sizes to accommodate child and adult sized fingers. Reduces hand and finger strain, so great for those with arthritis as well as improper pencil grasps. Try it yourself during report writing!

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Ring Writer™ Clip-3 piece set $9.95 W3612-C Quantity   
Ring Writer™ Clip- 25 piece set $45.95 W3614 Quantity   
Fits Write™ Pen
$2.95
W7601
This oddly shaped pen cradles the index finger like a hammock, providing support to the whole hand. Stress is reduced and writing control and endurance are improved. For kids or adults - you have to try it to believe it!

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Paper Sampler Pack
$14.95
W6669
5 sheets of each of our speciality writing papers: Wide raised line, Narrow raised line, Wide raised line graph, Narrow raised line graph, Raised line Stop & Go, Primary ready, Modern print, Primary cursive, Modern cursive, Smart start K-1; Smart start 1-2 papers. A total of 55 sheets of paper.

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Tranquil Pencil Kit
$44.95
O1495
All the pieces you need finally in one cool, easy to keep organized kit! Comes with a double ended Z-Vibe, pencil tip converter, 6 refill pencils and 5 bite tips.

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Raised Lined Paper - Right Line Paper
This unique paper actually has raised green lines! The raised line assists children (and adults) by providing a physical bump to help “feel” where to stop. This bright white paper 81/2 x 11” printed with green lines, comes in 2 widths. Wide rule, with a dashed line or narrow ruled.

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Raised Lined Paper - Wide Rule (25 Sheets) $11.95 W6630 Quantity   
Raised Lined Paper - Wide Rule (125 Sheets) $23.50 W6631 Quantity   
Raised Lined Paper - Wide Rule (250 Sheets) $42.95 W6632 Quantity   
Raised Lined Paper - Narrow Rule (25 Sheets) $11.95 W6640 Quantity   
Raised Lined Paper - Narrow Rule (125 Sheets) $23.50 W6641 Quantity   
Raised Lined Paper - Narrow Rule (250 Sheets) $42.95 W6642 Quantity   
Hi-Contrast Black Raised Lined Paper
Why are most writing papers lined in green? Don’t know. Well, this speciality paper actually has raised black lines! The rich black is a high contrast against the bright white paper. Helpful for low vision children, and others who need more awareness of the lines. The slightly raised line provides a physical bump to help “feel” where to stop. 81/2 x 11” comes in 2 widths. Wide rule, with a dashed line or narrow ruled.

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Black Raised Lined Paper-Narrow rule $20.95 W0009 Quantity   
Black Raised Lined Paper-Wide Rule $20.95 W6008 Quantity   
Stop & Go Raised Line Paper
On this unusual paper the bottom and top writing lines are bright red as well as raised. It provides a strong visual and physical cue, prompting the student where to start and stop writing. Only wide ruled available.

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Stop & Go Raised Line Paper- 25 sheets $11.95 W6650 Quantity   
Stop & Go Raised Line Paper- 125 sheets $24.95 W6651 Quantity   
Stop & Go Raised Line Paper- 250 Sheets $42.95 W6652 Quantity   
Raised Line Graph Paper
Similar to our other raised line paper, but with small squares added. Provides a visual cue for spacing of letters, words and sentences. Two sizes available

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Raised Line Graph Paper- Wide $18.50 W6673 Quantity   
Raised Line Graph Paper- Narrow $18.50 W6663 Quantity   
Modern Print Paper
$10.95
W6685
Pack of 250 sheets of white paper ruled 3/4 inch with dark green top line (go/start), light green centerline and red baseline (stop). 3/4 inch decender space between line groups for letters with tails. Perfect next step for printing practice after the Primary Ready Write Paper.

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Primary Ready Write Paper
$10.95
W6680
Pack of 250 sheets of 11x 8-1/2-inch writing paper with colored rule lines to assist with proper pencil placement for writing letters. Dark green top and light green center lines indicates go or start and red bottom line indicates stop or caution before passing through it to form a tail letter. Paper is 20lb stock, 1 inch rule on both sides, with 1-inch space between writing groups. Really helps organize when learning to print letters.

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Smart Start Writing Paper
This “sky to ground” paper is so bright and cheerful looking, students are happy to use it. The bold graphics and color coded lines; blue top line (sun/cloud); red dashed line and green (flowers/grass) bottom line, allow children to more easily understand the concept of lines and spaces. The paper uses little pictures prompt children to start at the sky and pull down to the ground to form letters correctly.

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Smart Start Writing Paper K-1 (100 sheets) $6.50 W6701 Quantity   
Smart Start Writing Paper K-1 (360 sheets) $16.50 W6702 Quantity   
Smart Start Writing Paper K-1 (720 sheets) $26.95 W6703 Quantity   
Smart Start Writing Paper 1-2 (100 sheets) $6.50 W6744 Quantity   
Smart Start Writing Paper 1-2 (360 sheets) $16.50 W6745 Quantity   
Smart Start Writing Paper 1-2 (720 sheets) $26.95 W6746 Quantity   
E-Z Edit Paper
$4.99
C5146
This (spiral bound) writing tablet has 50, two-sided pages. Developed for teachers to easily leave comments and corrections on a student’s paper, we have found it very useful for children who are working to master writing but are confused by writing lines.The 8 ½ x 11 inch pages have alternating bright yellow and white writing lines/bars. Children are automatically drawn to write within the yellow space giving their writing a neater more even appearance.

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Handwriting Papers Reviewed: What a Difference a Line Makes!
$3.95
W7027
A helpful resource compiled by two occupational therapists to help other therapists, teachers or parents, who provide intervention and/or recommendations for handwriting. The booklet outlines many of the different types of lined writing papers available by providing a brief narrative description along with an illustration of how the lines are used to guide letter placement. Sometimes providing the slightest adaptation achieves maximum changes in performance. Booklet helps organize a confusing subject.

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Smart Start Super Slate
$6.99
W6717
This 9”x 12” dry erase board, printed with the colorful sky to ground pictures and lines makes writing practice a fun, take along activity. Marker included.

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Magnetic Write and Wipe
$5.95
W3234
Versatile piece of “take along” equipment for practicing your writing and drawing and for magnet play! Bright white, durable, very easy to clean 9x11 in. surface with ruled lines on one side, solid white on the other. Perfect for use with our dry erase markers and new White Board crayons. Great in the home, at school or when traveling.

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White Board Crayons
The perfect companion for our Magnetic Write and Wipe Board. These 8 colorful crayons wipe clean with the rub of a paper towel. Safe and non-toxic, they have no odor, never dry out, do not stain hands or clothes and are long lasting. Crayons provide greater traction for increased control over markers and the rubbing is a great way to increase hand and arm strength and stability.

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Jumbo Whiteboard crayons $1.95 W5635B
Skinny Whiteboard Crayons $1.95 W7491
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Crayon Paper Deluxe
$7.95

You have to try this entirely new coloring experience! simply cover the coloring area with the Crayon Paper sheet and rub the color directly onto the page. Crayon paper is also transparent, so you can see right through to your art work. No more broken crayons and the colors are more vibrant and polished. Comes with multiple color paper sheets and coloring pages along with a deluxe coloring stylus. A fun and motivating way to work on hand and finger strengthening, and pencil control.

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Writing Readiness: Let’s Do It Write!
$19.95
W3124
This writing readiness workbook is written in an engaging, child centered style, fun for both kids and parents. “Benjy, the bear” helps the child play games and do activities that address problems with the elements of prewriting including, sitting posture, hand strength, pencil grasp, spatial orientation, shape formation and problem solving. There are 112 beautifully illustrated, spiral bound pages with many unique and creative activities. Written by an OT who is also a special educator. Great resource for parents, teachers and therapists providing home and classroom programs.

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Copying From The Board-Let’s Do It Write!
$19.95
W3126
Benjy the bear is back with a wide variety of graded activities to help children copy accurately and legibly from the board. Spiral bound book offers 112 pages of illustrated, entertaining exercises for developing better eye hand coordination, visual and auditory memory, ocular motor skills, figure ground and near-point/far-point copying in both manuscript and cursive writing. Written by Gail Kushnir, Occupational Therapist/special educator. This is a truly wonderful resource for parents, teachers and therapists.

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Alphabatics
$24.95
C2266
A hands-on approach to teaching and practicing letter and number recognition and formation. It was developed and extensively used by a school-based Occupational therapist to improve hand and writing skills. Students form 3-D letters and numbers using manipulatives such as wikki stiks or pipe cleaners. This easy to follow spiral bound manual includes templates for each letter and numbers to 9; as well as a clever device to address reversals. Copy the templates to use with more than one child at a time. Templates tell you how many of each size manipulative will be needed to complete that specific letter. Set includes manual, foam base and approximately 50 Chenille stems.

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