Hold the Pencil, Tripod Grasp

The time-tested, ergonomic method for holding a pencil is the tripod grasp. The pamphlet, Hold the Pencil, shows the grasp in simple line drawings and provides tips and instruction. It is the same information as shown on our Hold the Pencil webpage.
Four pages, 5-1/2” x 8-1/5”.

inside pages - Hold the Pencil

Over the years, we have sent Hold the Pencil with each order we ship. Now, due to customer requests, Hold the Pencil is also available for purchase in packages of 25.

Tools to encourage the Pencil Grip. Products to help develop handwriting skills.

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Marie Hablitzel & Kim Stitzer

See Marie's Story

My mother, Marie Hablitzel, was a second grade school teacher. Her students remember starting each school day with a drawing lesson. After she retired, we coauthored the Draw Write Now series. Marie passed away in 2007, and I am honored to carry on her work.
— Kim Stitzer

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Hold the Pencil
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Write about your drawing.
See examples of handwriting styles.

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