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OT Tip Sheet: Heavy Pencil Pressure

Three children drawing with colored pencils at a table while another stands by a chalkboard.

Heavy pencil pressure is when a child presses too hard while writing, which can cause fatigue, dark marks, or broken tips. Practicing lighter control improves neatness, speed, and comfort.