About
Welcome to BlackBack© Writing, where innovation meets passion in the realm of early childhood education. Founded by occupational therapist Helene Lieberman, M.S OTR/L, our mission is to revolutionize the way children learn to write with our groundbreaking BlackBack© Writing program. With over three decades of experience in pediatric therapy, Helene’s dedication to addressing the unique needs of young learners inspired the creation of our program. At BlackBack©, we’re committed to providing educators, parents, and therapists with effective tools and resources to nurture the development of foundational writing skills in children. Join us on our journey to empower young minds through creativity, accessibility, and personalized learning experiences.
Taking Handwriting to the Next Level!
The BlackBack© Writing Program depicts shapes & strokes, upper and lower case letters and numbers in white on a black background which helps the child see their strokes as they use the white space. Additionally, there is only one image on the page eliminating distraction from competing images and increasing attention to the single task on the page. Each letter in the Alphabet Program includes 4 sizes, the Numbers and Shapes & Strokes Programs include 6 sizes. The first size is very large and the last is the height of a wide-ruled notebook paper.
Research shows the positive effect of using white text on black background and using contract to help those with low vision see better. White objects or print against a black background provide the strongest color contrast (Duffy, 2015).
Why it Works
Improved Letter Formation and Size
Customizable to Each Child's Needs
Reduced Distractions and Increased Focus
Available in Alphabet, Numbers and Strokes
Helene Liebernman, M.S. OTR/L
Occupational therapist and creator, Helene Lieberman, M.S OTR/L, has been working as an OT for over thirty years. After using many great writing programs; she still struggled to find a program that completely worked. She combined several programs together or created supplemental material specific to each child. She still could not find a program that addressed sizing to help children form smaller letters that fit between the lines on the paper. After experimenting with different paper colors, print colors and sizes, Helene developed the BlackBack© Writing Program!
Helene Lieberman MS, OTR/L received her Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy from Boston Univeristy, Sargent College of Allied Health and her Master’s Degree in Family Support Studies at Nova Southeastern University. She is NDT Trained in Pedriatics and SIPT Certified. For the past 32 years she has worked in a variety of settings. including hospitals, schools, outpatient clinics, and in-home health.
Various Options to Choose From
Discover the versatility of the BlackBack© Writing Program with our range of product options tailored to suit your needs. Choose from three comprehensive sets: Alphabet, Numbers, and Shapes & Strokes, each meticulously designed to enhance fundamental writing skills. Whether you prefer the convenience of a printed format for hands-on learning or the flexibility of digital access for on-the-go practice, our program offers both options to accommodate your preferences. Dive into the world of writing with confidence, knowing that whichever format you choose, you’re equipping yourself or your child with the tools necessary for success.
Testimonials
Missy Glenwick Schaeffer
ParentThis program is great! By removing the distraction my daughter was really able to work on motors control and formation of letters. Her tracking was even improved as she followed the letters from big to smaller. My daughter typically cries when working on writing, but she was happy and engaged with BlackBack writing!!! I highly recommend.
Melanie Martinez
COTA-certified OT assistantGreat tool to use with my kiddos that become visually distracted with standard pre-writing worksheets, when practicing their skills.
Helene L Acquavella
TeacherGreat for dexterity: using fine motor skills in fingers coordinated with the eyes. Flexibility and strength is increased with this tool.