It’s Not Just Handwriting
A Process-Based Approach to Written Expression
Executive Function Support for Written Expression Designed to Fit Into the Curriculum You Already Use
This complete resource gives you actionable, differentiated strategies to reduce executive function barriers that commonly interfere with BOTH learning to write and using writing to demonstrate learning for students across K-12.
Join us in this live workshop on July Wednesday July 23 2025 at 3pm ET/ 12PM PT / 1PM MT .
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Supporting Writing: A Daily Struggle?
You have been here before. Too many times.
You're handed a writing sample: Fifth grade, ADHD, messy, barely legible, incomplete.
Despite your targeted interventions, structured small-group sessions, and creative motor skill strategies, the student returns to class with the same struggles: messy writing, jumbled ideas, minimal progress.
You’re left questioning the effectiveness of your work… your role in supporting attention-related writing challenges… or worse, blaming “motivation” or “behavior” for the discrepancy in legibility.
You know the problem ISN’T really handwriting!
It’s often not even motor skills.
Writing challenges for students with ADHD stem from associated executive function difficulties, the ability to juggle the physical act of writing with mechanics, sentence structure, and content organization simultaneously.
Without addressing executive function, no amount of PRACTICE will translate to success in the classroom.
But that's is a hard sell when writing LOOKS like this!
If you're tired of watching writing fall apart and being expected to fix it with more practice and tools that ignore the real problem, you're not alone.
It’s Not Just Handwriting
A System to Embed Supports: Not Another Curriculum
It’s Not Just Handwriting isn’t a curriculum you have to fit into your day.
It’s a system that helps you embed writing supports that address the executive control processes behind writing into any curriculum or writing program you’re already using.
Join us in this live workshop on July 23 2025 at 3pm ET/ 12PM PT / 1PM MT .
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Introducing
It’s Not Just Handwriting
A Process-Based Approach to Written Expression
This complete resource gives you actionable, differentiated strategies to reduce executive function barriers that commonly interfere with BOTH learning to write and using writing to demonstrate learning for students across K-12.
Evidence Based Learning
Grounded in the latest research, this interactive 3-hour live training includes one-year access to the full recording so you can revisit strategies anytime.
Complete Course Toolkit
Includes a practical toolkit with 100+ strategies, printable teacher education sheets, ready-to-use writing supports, checklists and student strategy cards.
Professional development
Includes a certificate of completion for 3 hours of professional development, perfect for meeting continuing education requirements.
This is the resource I wish I had years ago
I used to think I couldn’t help.
As a school-based OT, I would see these incredible kids with ADHD, bright, creative, full of potential struggle the moment writing demands showed up in the classroom.
I tried strategy after strategy. I gave them all the tools, practiced handwriting, stars and prizes.. and in my therapy room? Success.
Beautiful writing samples. Completed work. Focused effort.
But when they left my room?
Those gains vanished. Nothing stuck. Nothing generalized.
And I felt defeated, turning down referrals because I believed,
“This isn’t something I can help. This is attention. This is behavior. This is out of my hands.”
Once I truly understood ADHD...
EVERYTHING CHANGED.
I discovered supports that do generalize.
Supports that help students learn to write and write to learn. Strategies that align with classroom demands, reduce cognitive overload, and finally empower students to succeed beyond my therapy room.
That’s why I created It’s Not Just Handwriting: A Process-Based Approach to Written Expression.
It’s a resource designed for professionals like you, packed with evidence-aligned, ready-to-use strategies that target executive function barriers and help students succeed in real classroom writing tasks.
If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start providing support that truly makes a difference, join us and grab your copy of It’s Not Just Handwriting today and start transforming writing success for your students.
Get It's Not Just Handwriting NowHere's what you'll learn
Packed with actionable tools, this course helps you embed practical, executive function-informed writing supports into any classroom.
Module 1
The Writing Brain
Understand how written expression develops and why it’s more than fine motor skills.
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Learn how transcription, spelling, and text generation work together
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Discover why automaticity matters before cognitive load takes over
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See why handwriting depends on orthographic-motor integration
Module 2
Executive Functions in Written Expression
Connect executive function challenges to specific writing struggles so you can target support.
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Link working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibition to writing breakdowns
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Understand how task initiation, planning, and prioritization shape outcomes
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Address time management and emotional regulation in writing tasks
Module 3
Identifying Executive Function Barriers
Pinpoint where and why writing breaks down with practical screening and observation tools.
- Use an executive function impact screening guide to guide consultation
- Apply a writing process breakdown rubric
- Observe classroom writing tasks with structured checklists
Module 4
Scaffolding Supports for Learning to Write
Build transcription fluency and reduce executive strain with targeted strategies.
- Differentiate supports for K-3 letter formation and spelling
- Manage task complexity and minimize unnecessary demands
- Use offloading techniques that build fluency without avoiding skill development
Module 5
Scaffolding the Writing Process
Embed supports for planning, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing right into classroom tasks.
- Reduce cognitive load and keep students engaged at every stage
- Overcome decision paralysis and support flexible thinking in brainstorming
- Free up working memory and help students stay organized
- Scaffold revision, editing, and publishing for task completion success for grades 3-12
Module 6
Resources for Professional Collaboration and Education
Promote consistent support across teams with ready-to-use one-page educator and caregiver guides.
- Explain ADHD and executive function writing challenges in plain language
- Share why traditional writing approaches fall short for these learners
- Provide strategy sheets for task initiation, cognitive flexibility, working memory, and organization
It’s Not Just Handwriting : A PROCESS-BASED APPROACH TO WRITTEN EXPRESSION
$97.00
Join us for this live workshop Wednesday July 23 2025 at 3pm ET/ 12PM PT / 1PM MT .
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Course Benefits
By the end of the course you will
Stop spinning your wheels with strategies that don’t generalize
You’ll have over 100 practical, classroom-aligned strategies that actually carry over.
Embed writing supports into any curriculum or classroom
No need for another program to squeeze into your overloaded schedule.
Reduce unnecessary handwriting referrals
Because you’ll know how to identify when the problem isn’t motor, and what to do instead.
Confidently Explain Why More Practice is NOT the answer
And offer them solutions that actually work.
Support both types of writers
Those learning to write, and those writing to demonstrate learning.
Reframe writing support around process
Not just product and finally help your students show what they know
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“Questions before you enroll?
If you have any questions just email [email protected]. I'll be happy to help.
Finally Support Writing in Students with ADHD + Executive Function Challenges
Stop trying to fix the product without supporting the process.
Generalization is non existent
No more strategies that work in isolation but fall apart in the classroom.
You’ll learn how to embed writing supports directly into classroom tasks, so what you teach actually carries over where it matters most.
Time is Wasted
No more pencil grips and pull outs when executive function is the real barrier.
You’ll gain tools to identify and address the true source of writing struggles and stop wasting time on interventions that don’t stick.
Second guessing effectiveness
No more feeling stuck or second-guessing your role in writing support.
You’ll leave with a clear, practical framework and over 100 ready-to-use strategies that empower you to make a real difference.
