They do have some stuff but it is above his skills. I was present when he was tested and he needs to start at the ground level. I homeschooled my own children and taught them to read so I am looking out of the box for him. He does not fit into a mold. Due to his situation resources are limited.

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He was tested by a literacy foundation and he is considered illiterate. He was able to copy what others said but not the text by himself. He was born in another country, relocated to another and not a good historian. He has no status in our country, is unable to receive any social services. He is homeless but a church has gathered around this young man who as far as they can gather has been physically abused by his father. He does have a lawyer working on his behalf. Even though it seems hopeless, the literacy foundation asked me to do what I could. He wants to learn to read.

I was asked to tutor a 25 yo male who is illiterate. He desires to learn reading. Does any one in the group have any experience with this situation? He expresses a strong desire to learn how or read. When tested he was unable to consistently identify letters, sounds or small words. He does print is name and can copy words. He likes to trace drawings and color them with colored pencils. I need help on how to approach this task. Any book /workbook recommendations would be appreciated. I did receive a suggestion to look up the author Frank Laubach who has experience with adults. Thanks in advance for your help.