Abstract: A pair of training scissors structurally configured to help a child learn proper finger positions for use of scissors. The handles include solid bowl apertures to positioned so that the tips of the fingers are desirably positioned so that the tips of the fingers are utilized to operate the scissors. The scissors also include an illumination feature that encourages a child to practice opening and closing the scissors as they are motivated by the light. This repetition serves to reinforce the proper finger positions, and the repetitions also help develop muscle strength.

Abstract: A pair of training scissors structurally configured to help a child learn proper finger positions for use of scissors. The handles include solid bowl apertures to positioned so that the tips of the fingers are desirably positioned so that the tips of the fingers are utilized to operate the scissors. The scissors also include an illumination feature that encourages a child to practice opening and closing the scissors as they are motivated by the light. This repetition serves to reinforce the proper finger positions, and the repetitions also help develop muscle strength.

Abstract: A gripping aid for use in connection with a hand-held writing, drawing and painting instrument comprising a single unitary body having a radial section capable of supporting the radial section of the hand fixedly connected to an ulnar section capable of supporting the ulnar section of the hand.