How to Write on Slant Boards
Slant boards are a fixture in many schools across America. Many adults also use slant boards to write and draw without having to hunch over a table for hours on end. Using slant boards couldn't be easier.
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Choose the correct slant board for you. Slant boards come in a variety of sizes, and the one which suits you is completely dependent on the task. If there will be several pieces of paper, or large sheets, then you should choose a larger slant board such as 14 inches wide by 24 inches tall. If you just need a slant board for smaller tasks such as writing letters or for the children to use then a 14 inches wide by 16 inches tall board would be sufficient.
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Sit upright when using the slant board. One of the major advantages of working on a slant board rather than paper flat on a table is that you do not need to be hunched over a table, which can lead to back pain and neck discomfort. The slant board effectively raises the paper to where you are sitting.
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Select the height of your slant board. Slant boards have adjustable heights, so you can select the height that most suits your needs. There will be a stanchion behind the main facade of the slant board which can be placed in a number of grooves which will either give you a steeper or shallower incline.
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Nestle the paper firmly against the shelf. Naturally, gravity dictates that a piece of paper will slide off a slanted board, so use the shelf at the bottom of the board to secure the paper in place. This will allow you to work on the paper without worrying that it could fall or shift out of place.
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Clip the paper in place. Some slant boards come with a clip at the head of the board rather than a shelf at the bottom. If this is the case with your board, then firmly clip the paper in place for maximum stability while you are working.
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Rest your wrists on the board and begin to write. You should have your wrists on the board as you write, as it will give you the maximum comfort and leverage as you work.
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