Handwriting Starts Here: Skills Most Parents Miss with Holly Britton

Handwriting doesn’t have to be a battle—and even if your littles love writing, starting them off right makes all the difference.

Teaching little ones handwriting doesn’t have to feel like a daily battle—and even if it isn’t a battle, getting them started the right way matters more than most of us realize.

Handwriting taps into far more developmental skills than just holding a pencil, and once you understand those skills, everything gets easier.

In this episode, I’m joined by Holly Britton, M.Ed.—handwriting specialist, curriculum designer, and founder of Squiggle Squad. Holly has spent years studying educational neuroscience and working with students, teachers, and homeschool parents to create brain-friendly ways to teach writing in our increasingly digital world.

Together, we unpack:
✍️ Why “just copy this” backfires and what to do instead

✍️ The hidden mental + physical skills kids need before writing feels natural

✍️ Why typing isn’t a shortcut (and how it affects the developing brain)

✍️ Simple ways to build confidence for any young writer

Holly brings more than two decades of experience—from homeschooling her own four kids to teaching K–8 and training educators—and her practical insights will help you troubleshoot handwriting challenges at any age.

➡️ Whether writing is a struggle in your home or you simply want to give your littles the strongest start, this conversation brings the clarity and confidence you need.



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