Your left-hander isn't behind.
They were taught back-to-front.
Many everyday activities - like writing, cutting and even sitting at a desk - are designed for right-handed children. With the right knowledge, tools and support, left-handed children can learn, build confidence and develop their skills just as successfully.
Does any of this sound familiar?
Their hand drags through the words as they write,
and the page comes out smudged.
Their hand drags through the words as they write,
and the page comes out smudged.
They hook their wrist
into an awkward curl to see what they've written.
Scissors "don't work" - the paper tears or folds instead of cutting.
They press so hard the pencil goes through
the page.
A teacher has described their work as messy, slow or careless.
You've been told they'll grow out of it, and they haven't.
Why left-handers need to be taught differently​
Left-handed children often approach tasks differently, and many everyday instructions, tools and classroom setups are designed with right-handed users in mind. This can make standard instructions, classroom setups and traditional tools uncomfortable and inefficient. With a few simple changes - like page position, pencil grip, left-handed scissors and a thoughtful seating position - we can remove unnecessary barriers and help them feel confident and capable. ​
Ways I can support your Lefty​
Lefty Consults
A one-on-one online session.
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We’ll look at how your child is holding the pencil, angling the page and sitting — and you’ll leave with a practical plan.
The Lefty Guide
A practical, easy-to-follow guide for parents and teachers.
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Everything you need to support a left-handed child — from handwriting and scissors to classroom setup.
The Lefty Hub
Free, practical support for parents and teachers.
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Get weekly tips, activity ideas and answers to common questions — without the overwhelm.
Hi, I'm Hannah.
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The OT behind the Lefty Hub.
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I've spent years helping children develop the skills they need to participate confidently in everyday life — and as a left-hander myself, I've also experienced first-hand how much of the world is designed with right-handers in mind.
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That's why I created the Lefty Hub: to give parents and teachers practical, straightforward guidance for supporting left-handed children — without trying to change who they naturally are.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions about left-handed children.
