SAT test results just came in, need suggestions to improve language.

[Baseballmom]

My 12 year old son has Microcephaly (small brain), Phonological Processing Disorder, Apraxia, Expressive Language Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorder, and these are just the ones he has been diagnosed with. We were told he wouldn't walk or talk, then when he did that, we were told he would have no higher learning function, meaning he would not learn to read or do math. We had him tested for learning disabilities years ago and a standard deviation of 16 is required for learning disabilities, well his was 25 but in the opposite direction. His IQ is low, but he was performing 25 deviations(?) above his IQ. Anyway, we have struggled for years with all academics, but are pleased with his progression. He took his first standardized test, at a sixth grade level and we got the scores yesterday. He did great in math he actully scored at a G.E. of 9.9 in Mathematics Procedures, of course lower on problem solving (lots of word problems) since he has language delays, but still a 6.6, and overall math was 7.9. I was blown away. I think that Teaching Textbooks has really helped him to blossom in this area. Now he did very poor on all language areas, except spelling (7.7), scoring between a G.E. of 3.5-4.8. Does anyone know of a video language program similar to TT for math? He has overcome so many challenges and I know he can overcome this one as well. Oh by the way, this kid who wasn't supposed to walk or talk just got selected for the All Star Baseball team, and a players choice game, where his teamates picked him as one of the best player on his team. What a miracle the Lord has blessed us with. Sorry this got so long.

Thanks for any recommendations,

Dorothy

[Melinda]

I don't have any advice, but way to go to you and your son. That is inspiring :)

[Lux Et Veritas Academy]

Wow this is really encouraging- Thanks for sharing

[Veronica in VA]

I know there is one called Cozy Cottage grammar and punctuation (I can't seem to find the exact name since I lost my bookmarks the other day, but you can do a google search). This is done by an English lady. It might bore a boy though. My other thought would be grammar keys or grammar ace.

 

HTH,

 

Veronica

[Baseballmom]

I know there is one called Cozy Cottage grammar and punctuation (I can't seem to find the exact name since I lost my bookmarks the other day, but you can do a google search). This is done by an English lady. It might bore a boy though. My other thought would be grammar keys or grammar ace.

 

HTH,

 

Veronica

 

Thank you! I think I remember seeing the Cozy Grammar a few years ago. I remember a lady out in nature in the video. I will check into it.

Dorothy

[sandellie4]

Our children who have language delays have done really well with the step-by-step grammar program Hake. As far as writing goes, we use IEW with great success for the ones struggling with getting their ideas down on paper. Our higher-functioning children became bored with it (it's formulaic) but it has been just the thing for our left-brained mathematical thinkers. HTH! Sandy

[Baseballmom]

Our children who have language delays have done really well with the step-by-step grammar program Hake. As far as writing goes, we use IEW with great success for the ones struggling with getting their ideas down on paper. Our higher-functioning children became bored with it (it's formulaic) but it has been just the thing for our left-brained mathematical thinkers. HTH! Sandy

 

I already purchased CQLA for language for next year. It uses IEW style writing, which he does better with than anything else. We used it last year and he liked it. I was just thinking something with a video or software would help him in this area.

Thanks,

Dorothy

[Laurie4b]

Wow! Very inspiring post. Way to go to your whole family!