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I *might* have the kids stay through testing just so that they can overcome that fear- either by succeeding or learning that failure isn't the end of the world.
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Oh yeah, my DS doesn't read aloud unless he's in the mood to share. ;) He'll read aloud for hours from the MineCraft Wiki page. :tongue_smilie:
I recommend Reading Rescue 1-2-3 as a teaching resource.
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He probably has heard of it and doesn't believe it to be credible. I wouldn't mention it, if you want to retest and do a food challenge just go for it. As others have mentioned, doing a food test for a life-threatening food at home IMO is a bad idea.
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I have used Remedia Publications non-fiction reading comprehension materials, worked on eye tracking with word searches and now use Plato Learning's reading lessons as well as an old 5th grade reader from Rod and Staff. The R&S book has different selections of fiction and non-fiction and written in various writing styles with vocabulary and comprehension questions for each selection.
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I think it's time to take it to the next level of specialist just to rule out any unusual causes. :grouphug:
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Moe, I can't answer your testing or not question, but I can tell you that the processing speed issue that was uncovered during DS' testing actually came as a surprise to me.
We were testing for a wide variety of issues, mostly behavioral and the academic issues were almost a side note. Now, having that knowledge and the input of his therapist I am able to accomodate those issues. I'm sure it would have been a long time, if ever, before I found out about the processing had we not been looking at other problems.
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I like the Plato Learning science selections.
https://www.homeschoolbuyersco-op.org/index.php?option=com_hsbc_epp_order&Itemid=1024&c=1
We actually use the full Plato curricula for oldest DS, primarily for math and science.
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I'm pretty good through tomorrow morning, then it gets a little hazy. ;)
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Ds had testing done by a developmental pychologist.
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For my DS it means a processing speed disorder combined with ADHD. For a friend of mine, it means her child has dygraphia.
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I think it's probably best to just assume that people are doing the best that they can, those in need and those who give. None of us are always going to get it right.
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Scholastic is offering some testing materials among the Dollar Deal items.
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They make a huge deal about the cards in the first lesson, I didn't have them and my DD wanted them. So, I got them (used). Since then, I've been the only one looking at them. :glare:
My littles who are taking the course aren't reading at the level the cards would require yet though- so no real reason for them to use them. You are encouraged to use the card to answer the questions throughout the week before taking a final test on day 5 of each lesson without using helps.
If your child is one who would likely refer to the card and read along, or re-read the materials they might be useful.
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The non-electronic techniques in the book Reading Rescue 1-2-3 helped me with my son. But it was still slow going, he is just not getting into the swing of things in 5th grade. I'm not familiar with the program you mentioned so can't offer insight into any similarities between it and the above book. :confused:
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Plato Learning selects a range (i.e. Middle School) and the child can select from any of the classes in that range. So, if he were interested he could take Life Science and Earth Science at the same time. The fee is a flat fee per year. I purchased our subscription through homeschoolbuyerscoop.com last year.
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Yes and no. DS has some problem with writing, perhaps dysgraphia. I accomodate his writing issues by choosing curricula that we can do verbally or on the computer when possible. I've not required extensive handwriting in any subject and often do the writing for him when doing math problems.
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IMHO, medicine transitions should be monitored and you should be given information on what to watch out for as far as side effects. Prozac in particular can have a very bumpy first few weeks. I agree that a pychiatrist has more familiarity with the medications, their side effects and their workings in combination (which may be necessary).
We started with a pyschologist making recommendations to our ped who then prescribed the medication but quickly moved to having a psychiatrist supervise our medications. It's a more comforatable situation for me because I can talk directly to the psych and know that he is on top of things.
FWIW, there were a few appointments that were 6-8 weeks apart at the outset, but now we only see the pediatric psychiatrist every 3-4 months. He is also open to me checking in via phone with questions and issues with our medications.
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I used the Abeka history book for my 1st grader's history and since I have older kids I supplemented with videos, a few picture books, some geography lessons and other internet resources.
I have a few readers from various sources that I keep on hand and sometimes assign to my oldest for his general reading practice. He is a very reluctant reader. I am using one of the early Abeka readers off and on as my 2nd graders reading aloud practice book.
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My son's therapist told me to accomodate his processing problems by letting him use a calculator. We are moving forward with math concepts and no longer worrying about memorization of math facts. Some days he remembers them all "easy" and other days he can't pull them up for anything. :confused:
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Is he a mimic? I tend to pick up the style of whatever I am reading. So, if I am reading materials with a specific writing style I will being to write that way.
Perhaps even if he isn't a mimic, you could get him to "copy" another writer's style as an assignment. Take a factual essay that you like, ask him to write an essay on one of the topics he's already written about (so he doesn't have to do new research) and comform it to the other essay's writing style.
FWIW, if you have one style and it's a good style, it should carry you pretty far. ;)
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My 4th baby was on his way hard within an hour after my water broke. When we got to the hospital they fast tracked us ahead of everyone else and didn't even take time to fill out any paperwork (almost unheard of nowadays.:glare:)
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My oldest and I pretty much have to have a protein every 2-3 hours or we are CRANKY! He does start the day with a carb to get him moving, but I try to serve a protein shortly thereafter. We deal with multiple food allergies so the protein is usually a lunch-type food.
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Based on what you've said, I would probably approach the psychologist and discuss the issue so that she doesn't go overboard. It does sound like she is personalizing the issue just a bit. :001_smile:
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Happy Scribe/History/Science Scribe all have cursive printables. Check out the handwriting options at Currclick and you'll be able to view samples and may even find some freebies.
Can I combine these 2 kids?
in K-8 Curriculum Board
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My kids all watch the VP self-paced social studies lesson, then oldest reads the questions and the younger two take turns answering. (The 2 y.o. loves the memory song.) We do other Bible time together, I usually read and if there are worksheets I scale them to the child's ability. For instance, everyone gets the same copywork, just in different fonts. Basic grammar everyone listens to me explain then DS does his own more advanced work.
I am reading SOTW to them this year, in the past it's been History for Little Pilgrims, or other social studies selections. I don't quiz on the materials but we sometimes draw pictures or watch a go-along documentary. Oldest Ds now likes to look up go along materials on the internet to add now and then.
Science, I just split out for oldest this year. The others are getting a bit of a break from science right now so I'm just using documentaries and Beakman's World with them. Often Ds will share with them a streamlined version of what he is learning in science and they usually spend a day a week out on grandma's "farm" so they get hands-on learning. Previously, I've used printable materials or textbooks and everyone listened to the reading.
For Art we used Meet the Masters and the Evan Moore book, both were easy to adapt to mixed ages.
Trips to the zoo, studying a pond, etc. really aren't age specific. The same is true for museum visits, etc.
Basically, I share the core information with all the kids then split them out for any actual seatwork selected for their individual level. I have gone to a LOT of computer based learning this year though. My younger two use Jumpstart for a lot of math and reading review while the oldest does his work on PLATO.
In your situation, I'd probably choose a science, social studies and perhaps a world culture read aloud and use those with everyone. Your Bible time can be combined too. I'd do the same for any art or music programs. Sometimes it may be a little "easy" for the older child, but you can add to it. For the youngest, at this point any exposure to the information is a plus and long term retention isn't that important. KWIM?