SkillBuilders - Educational Toys Australia

ADD-a-Grip - HW7285

$3.00(inc.GST)

A really innovative grip, which uses any 1 single digit for downward pressure. Reduces white knuckling and is great for use with clients with reduced hand strength, carpal tunnel or arthritis.

* Prices include GST

Angled Boards -

Strong, clear perspex design with metal clip. 20 degree recommended angle. Small rubber stoppers at the base to prevent movement. Designed to be lightweight and portable. Angled Boards (or slope boards) help children to maintain an upright sitting posture and a more extended wrist position while writing. They are highly recommended by Optometrists.

Tracing Slant Board Regular Size	$	75.00
Large width angled board (40cm x 50cm)	$	80.00
Regular width Angled Board (30 x 33cm)	$	70.00
Tracing Slant Board Large Size	$	85.00
Collapsible Angled Board (30 x 33cm)	$	75.00

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Bath Crayons - DZ115

$5.75(inc.GST)

A great fun way to encourage children to engage in drawing activities. They wash off the bath surface easily.

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Bug in a Rug - BugRug

$23.95(inc.GST)

Using rhymes and drawing skills. Children make up a rhyme and the next player has to draw your rhyme Eg: a rat on a mat. Cross between Chinese Whispers and Drawing Charades. Needs 3 players. Ages 8 years upwards

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Chunky Paintbrushes - CHUNKY

$2.00(inc.GST)

Poster, glue and acrylic brush with chunky grip for young children. Discourages a 'dagger' grasp.

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Collapsible Angled Board - ANGBDColl

$75.00(inc.GST)

Angled Perspex Board which can easily be collapsed and safely stored or removed from the classroom to take home. Same design as regular angled perspex board, size is 30 x 33cm. Metal clip to hold paper and non-slip stoppers. Angled at 20 degrees.

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Coloured Lined Writing Pads -

Specifically designed writing paper using the themes 'sky, grass, ground', to highlight top, middle and bottom lines for writing. Great tool to learn sizing concepts. Available in pads of 50 pages. Larger sized lines for preprimary and Year 1 (24mm), and narrower lines for Years 2 and 3 (18mm).

Preprimary/Year 1 sheets	$	9.50
Lower Primary sheets (year2/3)	$	9.50

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Create and Carry Easel - CACE01

$42.00(inc.GST)

A portable easel with whiteboard and blackboad. Vertical surface promotes great pencil position for early writing skills. Includes 12 colouring pencils, 8 oil pastels, 8 triangular markers, 2 pencils, 2 chalk sticks and whiteboard marker. Good quality art materials.

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Crossover Pencil Grip -

This is the new design from the makers of The Pencil Grip. This grip is highly recommended to assist children to learn to maintain a comfortable grip without thumb-wrapping. Now our most popular pencil grip!

Crossover Grip - Single	$	2.70
Crossover Grip - Bag of 5	$	11.95
Crossover Grip - Bag of 10	$	22.95

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Double Magic Textas - DMT

$7.50(inc.GST)

These textas provide a novel way for children to practice their fine motor control as they trace the first line with the overwriter to make it change colour.

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Fruit Scented Markers - MAW830

$4.95(inc.GST)

Kids love these smelly textas - they can smell strawberry, chocolate, toothpaste, lemons, and more. Pack of 10. Highly motivating.

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Giant Washable Paint Pads - HW162479

$6.30(inc.GST)

Foam Pads which you can use for all colours, simply wash out. 16cm diameter. $6.30 each.

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Griptec 3000 Pencils -

A Pacer-type pencil with the Grip Tec Write Grip moulded on (so it can't be lost!).

Left handed pencil	$	7.50
Right handed pencil	$	7.50

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Grotto Grip -

NEW exciting pencil grip being used by therapists. Encourages correct finger position and helps children to maintain a comfortable position without thumb wrapping. Suitable for left and right handers.

Grotto grip (Pack of 5)	$	14.95
Grotto Grip (Pack of 10)	$	28.95
Grotto Grip (1)	$	3.50

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Hand Weight -

Provides weight with maximum wrist and finger mobility. The weight is reversible and the glove can be worn on the back of either hand. Available in three sizes:
As a general indication, extra small = 2-5 years, small = 5-7, medium = 8+.

Extra Small	$	42.00
Small	$	42.00
Medium	$	42.00
Large	$	42.00

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Handiwriter - HWHO3

$7.50(inc.GST)

The essential tool for therapists and teachers. This cleverly designed writing aid promotes wrist extension, correct position of pencil in the webspace, correct placement of ring and little finger, and a tripod grasp of the pencil.

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Jumbo Stubby Pencils - HWE0334

$8.95(inc.GST)

Set of 12 jumbo coloured pencils with sharpener. Bright colours with
large diameter - made to suit those small hands! Sharpener included.

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Jumbo Triangular Colour Pencils - HWJ896

$8.95(inc.GST)

Extra thick triangular coloured pencils 12mm in thickness. An excellent quality pencil that encourages a correct pencil grip from a young age. Pack of 12.

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Jumbo Triangular Pencil - HWJO4

$2.50(inc.GST)

A chunky triangular lead pencil. Great for little ones learning to write (PP, Year 1) or those with poor hand strength.

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Kinder Rubs - KR3

$5.95(inc.GST)

Heavy duty plastic rubbing plates (130x130mm) with raised highlighted surfaces for easy rubbing. Suitable for use with crayons and pencils.

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Marbletick - FM016535

$31.95(inc.GST)

A fascinating way for children to develop both visual motor skills and fine motor control. A magnetic wand is used to move coloured discs and create or copy a picture.

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Massager Grips (Pack of 5) - MASGPS

$8.95(inc.GST)

These great new grips have 100's of soft, tiny massaging bristles that provide superb tactile comfort. In glittery fluoro colours.

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Metallic Markers -

Felt-tipped markers with a metallic sheen. 5 vibrant colours can make all levels of drawing look gorgeous.

Pack of 5	$	7.00
Pack of 10	$	10.95

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Micador Early Start Markers - MAW855

$11.50(inc.GST)

Ideal introductory textas. Cannot be stubbed.

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My First Ruler - FM1281

$14.00(inc.GST)

The handle provides a fun, sturdy way to help children learn to coordinate their two hands effectively to rule straight lines. The handle is either a crocodile or a caterpillar. These rulers are useful for all kids, not just those with motor skill difficulties.

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Pen Again - HW7593

$13.95(inc.GST)

Comfort and the natural contours of the hand inspired the design of this new pen. Made with special coating that feels like soft silk....finger tension melts away as the natural weight of ones hand holds the pen in place, no tight gripping required. Pen includes two black refills. Also comes in a pencil Pen Again Pencil.

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Pen Again PENCIL - HW7482

$4.95(inc.GST)

The Pen Again Pencil is designed for small hands. This innovative new pencil has the same ergonomic design as the Pen Again. Comes with a 2mm lead that never needs re-sharpening. The wishbone shape design naturally promotes an efficient tripod grasp. Non refillable. Fun colours.

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Pencil Weight - HWPW

$28.00(inc.GST)

Provides proprioceptive input through weight to increase stability. The pencil weight is made from heavy tricot fabric filled with lead-free steel shot. Lay the weight flat on the table and roll it up around a pencil. Secure with the velcro fastening. Can be used with any writing tool, and with any pencil grips.

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Raised Line Spacing Paper -

Similar to our other raised line paper but with the additional features of squares and lightly shaded horizontal lines that provide effective proprioceptive and visual cues to assist with spacing in addition to staying on the lines.
Comes in packs of 25 sheets.

Lower Primary (Left Picture)	$	19.40
Upper Primary (Right Picture)	$	19.40

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Raised Line Tactile Paper -

Specially designed for individuals who have difficulty staying on, or between the lines. This innovative paper has raised top and bottom lines to provide tactile, proprioceptive and visual feedback to the writer. Comes in packs of 25 sheets.

Lower Primary (Left Picture)	$	19.40
Upper Primary (Right Picture)	$	19.40

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Reading Puzzles -

An imaginative set of games to develop early learning skills. Each is a puzzle and also a beautiful picture to talk about. As children assemble the humorous puzzle, they learn the language concepts. The puzzle contains 25 jumbo pieces, a colouring poster and a board game to reinforce the concepts.

Rhyming Words	$	19.95
Opposites	$	19.95

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Ribie Foam Grip -

Ribie foam grips come in a variety of bright colours and tactile bumps

Single	$	1.65
Bag of 5	$	7.95

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Scrollies - HWM106

$11.95(inc.GST)

Kids can have fun with these odorless, non-toxic, water based markers. These colourful markers feature character shaped caps and wide bases which are full of fun and encourage a grip style which will allow more mature grips to emerge. Set of 6 markers.Come in selection of Dinosaurs, Dogs, Fantasy, Farm and Sea Life.

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Silky Twistaz -

Silky smooth glide on colour pastel sticks in a plastic retractable dispenser. Quality twist mechanism can be easily rolled out and retracted again. Children can get excellent results with varying their pressure - great proprioceptive feedback.

Also available in fluoro, metallic, and changeables.

Silky Metallics	$	10.50
Silky Pastels	$	10.50

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Skillbuilders Handwriting Kit - SHWK

$165.00(inc.GST)

Skillbuilders Handwriting Kit is designed for the student commencing prewriting skills and learning letter formations. The activities included are fun and use 'different' ways to learn pencil control, establish correct movement patterns, and improve posture and pencil grip. The kit is designed for 2-3 students, however it can be modified to suit a small handwriting group of 4-5 children. Skillbuilders Handwriting Kit is designed by Occupational Therapists. It includes :

instructions and tips on activities to engage students in when using the kit,
information on pencil grasps in children,
perspex angled writing board,
theraputty with activity suggestions,
wikki stix and instruction book,
plastic tray and shaving cream,
upper and lower case letter stencils,
a range of lead pencils,
a trial pack of pencil grips,
a handiwriter,
coloured lined paper pads to assist with letter sizing, and
magnetic wand, discs and activity cards.

The Handwriting Kit is contained in a durable and practical box. The saving is over $50 on the value of all the products, with the added bonus of all the information and activity suggestions.

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Solo Grip -

A new style of grip which encourages tripod positioning for both left and right handers.

HWSolo	$	2.00
HWSolo5	$	8.95

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Special Paint Effect Tools, Set of 4 - HW148189

$14.95(inc.GST)

Create lots of patterns in paint with these effects tools. Kids will love practicing pre-writing patterns with these.

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Special Purpose Sharpener - HW081

$1.00(inc.GST)

Sharpener designed specially for larger pencils. Fits
triangular shaped pencils too. Comes in extra large as well $3.00

Standard pencil shown to indicate size of sharpener

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Spyro Gyro Pen - SGPen

$13.95(inc.GST)

Creates 3 different shapes, square, circle and triangle, from small to big. Five colour pen tips. Requires 1 AA Battery.

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Squashee Letters - SL26

$58.50(inc.GST)

A fantastic new product to motivate the most reluctant learner! A set of 26 colourful lowercase letters, perfect for encouraging letter shape recognition, word formation and sound. Made from durable plastic filled with colourful liquids, oils and sparkles. Also suitable for light boxes, water trays and sand pits. Measures approximately 10cm each.

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Squishy Jelly Grip -

A grip which feels like wobbly jelly and helps children relax pencil pressure.

Single	$	2.00
Bag of 5	$	8.95

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Start Right Pencil Grip - HW7335

$4.50(inc.GST)

Comfy grip that prevents thumb from overlapping and keeps fingers at correct distance from the pencil lead.

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Stencils - Upper and Lower case -

Durable plastic card sets measuring approximately10 x 7cm each. Use either the stencil or the 'pop-out' piece.

Upper case	$	14.50
Lower case	$	14.50

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Stetro Grip -

A small firm grip made of moulded plastic. Great for finger positioning.

Single	$	1.05
Bag of 10	$	8.95

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The Heavy Weight Pencil - HW7536

$59.50(inc.GST)

A very exciting new tool from the "Pencil Grip" people! This smart, weighted mechanical-style pencil has an extra thick barrel, sturdy .7 mm pencil lead, and a built-in "Pencil Grip". Provides excellent input to the hand while naturally promoting an efficient, comfortable grasp. Includes lead refills and an eraser. Weighs 122g.

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The Pencil Grip -

One of the most popular grips around. A large, soft comfortable grip which helps position fingers and maintain an open webspace. Suitable for both left and right hands.

Bag of 10	$	22.95
Bag of 5	$	11.95
Individual	$	2.70

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Thick and Thin Textas - MicTT

$8.50(inc.GST)

Incentives to draw and colour are important therapy tools! These textas are dual ended with a thick cone tip at one end and a thin tip at the other. Sink proof nibs that are super washable and water based.

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Thumb Buddy -

Designed by Jan Olsen OTR, this clever little grip encourages correct placement of thumbs on pens and pencils. The
answer for thumbs that overlap index fingers!!!
1. Insert pencil into inside tube.
2. Insert thumb in outer tube.
3. Pull the thumb buddy up.

Small	$	1.30
Large	$	1.30

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Tracing Cards - HW14998

$6.95(inc.GST)

8 Cards for children to trace and create their own farm pictures. Includes tracing paper. Also available in alphabet tracing cards.

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Tracing Slant Board -

Angled Perspex Board, like our regular angled boards with the addition of a perspex sleeve that holds and protects tracing materials. Versatile therapy tool and environmentally friendly!! Angled at 20 degrees, lightweight and portable. Metal clip to also hold paper and non-slip stoppers to stabilise the board. Regular size 30 x 33cm, Large size 40 x 50cm.

Tracing Slant Board Regular	$	75.00
Tracing Slant Board Large	$	85.00

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Tran-Quille Pen Set - Tran-Q

$55.50(inc.GST)

The Tran-Quille Pen Set includes a Z-Vibe vibratory tool with 5 different coloured interchangeable pen tips. The Tran-Quille pen provides students aged 12 years plus with just the right amount of vibratory input through the pen to assist sensory processing for motor control and organisation, without it being too much. The addition of 5 bite'n'chew tips provides opportunity for calming oral sensory input.

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Tri Soft -

This soft, contoured grip is made of moulded plastic and helps to promote an efficient grasp of writing instruments.

Single	$	2.00
Bag of 5	$	8.95

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Triangular Texta's -

The only triangular textas available. Good colour range. Sink resistant tips. These last really well. They come in a firm plastic pack with slide out trays with slots for each marker. These help kids stay organised. Prices set to rise on these.

Pack of 12	$	6.00
Pack of 24	$	8.50

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Two Finger Spacer - HW7523

$3.85(inc.GST)

These clever writing tools tactilely and visually cue children on how much space to leave between letters and words when writing. They also feature a 'tracking window' for reading that accentuates black print. The Blue finger spacers are designed from Preschool to Year 2. The green ones are for older children.

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