{"product_id":"silicone-weighted-pencil-grip","title":"Silicone Weighted Pencil Grip","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSometimes a little extra weight in the hand makes all the difference. This soft silicone pencil weight slides onto an ordinary pencil, pen, crayon or paintbrush. It adds a gentle, steady heaviness that helps the hand feel what it’s doing as it writes and draws. There’s nothing to assemble and no special pencil to buy. You simply slide it on, move it to where it feels right, and begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe weight can sit anywhere along the shaft. Near the back, it changes the balance of the pencil. Closer to the tip, it doubles as a chunky, comfortable grip for the fingers to rest on. It fits writing tools from 7 to 14 mm in diameter, so it can move from school pencils to fat crayons to a favourite gel pen as your child’s needs and tools change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMade from soft, durable silicone with smooth rounded edges, it’s gentle on hands and won’t damage pens. It’s a small, practical tool that earns its place in a pencil case, a homework station or a therapy kit. It’s useful for children and adults alike, and it lasts long enough to pass on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x silicone pencil weight, \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epencil  not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFits writing tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 7–14 mm diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat the OT Says\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAs an occupational therapist, one thing I see often is children who struggle to feel where their pencil is and how hard they’re pressing. Some press so hard the paper tears, and others barely make a mark. Writing depends on proprioception, the body’s internal sense of position and force, and a pencil weighs very little. Adding a modest 28.5 g gives the muscles and joints of the hand and wrist more feedback to work with. For some children, that extra input helps them grade their pressure and keep a steadier line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe adjustable position is what I like most about this design. Slid towards the back, the weight shifts the pencil’s balance into the web space of the hand, which can encourage a more relaxed, settled hold. Slid forward, it becomes a thicker grip. A wider surface can make it easier for small or tired fingers to find a stable tripod or quadrupod grasp, and it gives you a simple cue for where the fingers should rest. Because you can move it, you can experiment and watch what works for your child rather than relying on a fixed solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDepending on how it’s used, a pencil weight can support fine motor control, hand-eye coordination, pencil pressure, grasp stability, and sustained attention to a writing or drawing task. Some children who seek out extra sensory input also find the added heaviness calming and organising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSome adults and older users with less steady hands find it more comfortable as well. That said, weight isn’t right for every child. Some find it tiring or distracting, so I always recommend short trials and paying attention to how your child responds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is a simple, affordable tool I’m happy to recommend for home homework stations, classrooms and OT clinic kits. If you have concerns about your child’s handwriting or grasp, it’s always worth chatting to an occupational therapist for individual guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"tiny tree toys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50808074272987,"sku":"SS001947","price":70.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/9155\/4011\/files\/pencil_weights.png?v=1793015350","url":"https:\/\/tinytreetoys.co.za\/products\/silicone-weighted-pencil-grip","provider":"tiny tree toys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}