Dysgraphia can create various problems in writing skills, ranging from poor handwriting to difficulty in organizing and sequencing information.

Without more information about your daughter’s difficulties with writing, it is difficult to give you a firm answer about why she struggles with writing words that she can spell aloud.

There are many devices that can scan and read. As with all assistive technology, the key is to find the right match for the individual user. You know your child better than anyone.

Another great example is word prediction. So for students who have difficulties with spelling, we have these fantastic programs that are very much like the auto correct on your smartphone.

For writing, the best approach is still teaching good old keyboarding skills. But it can be important to have the right keyboard.

An expanding array of technological devices provides new options for minimizing the writing difficulties experienced by students with learning disabilities.

As you noted, there are a variety of typing programs on the market. The best answer to your question is that there may not be one single program that best meets your son’s needs.

Handwriting and letter formation are sometimes difficult things for young children to learn. Many early errors correct themselves as students gain more experience with the writing process.

It’s great that you are going to help your daughter over the summer! Parent involvement is an important part of a child’s success.