Why don't handwriting workbooks fix poor handwriting?

Answer 1

Some handwriting workbooks primarily address tracing which, though it may share some similarities, is not entirely the same skill set as handwriting a letter from memory. Additionally, though handwriting workbooks may notate sequencing with arrows, they are not able to supervise and ensure that the students are actually following the correct sequences.

Answer 2

Handwriting practice workbooks may work for a few students who just need to practice the strokes. However, many older students with poor handwriting have underlying issues that must be addressed in order to fix the handwriting. Just assigning handwriting practice won't improve their handwriting unless the core issue is fixed. Students with deficits in visual processing, auditory processing, sensory processing, fine motor skills and gross motor skills all can have problems with handwriting. The approach to remediate each issue is different. That's why it's important to work with a tutor who can identify the cause of the poor handwriting.