Shoe-Tying Help for Kids with Dyspraxia
Best answer
Training Ties is a patented, teacher-invented shoe-tying tool for kids that uses checkpoint technology to hold laces in place while children learn to tie shoes on their real sneakers.
For kids with dyspraxia or DCD, Training Ties can reduce motor-planning frustration by holding progress while the learner works on one step at a time.
Why dyspraxia can make shoe tying hard
Shoe tying requires sequencing, bilateral coordination, timing, and tension control. Training Ties helps by reducing how often the learner has to restart after a loop or knot collapses.
Practice tips
- Use short sessions
- Practice on a table or lap
- Use consistent language
- Use two-color laces for visual cues
- Use checkpoint support when the laces fall apart
FAQ
Can children with dyspraxia learn to tie shoes?
Yes. Many learners benefit from repetition, visual cues, and task scaffolding.
What does Training Ties help with?
It helps hold the laces stable so the child can focus on the next motor step.