Baseballmom Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 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 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Only me Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 It sounds like you have done a wonderful job with him. :hurray: He must be quite a kid. :thumbup: You all should be very proud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I can't recommend a curriculum, but congratulations to your for helping your ds achieve. Fantastic results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I don't know of any either, just chiming in to say that's awesome! What a great kid.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseballmom Posted June 4, 2008 Author Share Posted June 4, 2008 Thanks all, He really is a great kid. I just have to keep reminding myself how much he has overcome or I begin to compare him to my friend's kids, who are the same age and have already scored PHS on their standardized test. Thanks for the kind words. Dorothy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mktkcb Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 For language programs that are abundantly repetitive, from day to day, week to week, year to year, I think the 2 that stand out for me would be Shurley English or Rod and Staff. Now, Shurley is very verbal/auditory in its approach (used lots of chants/songs), and Rod and Staff is more standardly visual. The nice thing about R&S is that you can use it lots of way depending on writing skills. I've used both of these, and although they are praised for their "rigor", both of them can be used at a nice gentle systematic pace, both have cumulative type review every day (just about). Anyway, those would be my recs. I'm sure there are some great programs out there for special needs kids as well, I just don't know about them. HTH, Kayleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisawa Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I'm sorry, I don't know... but I have to say... way to go parents! Way to go mom!! Way to go to your ds!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseballmom Posted June 4, 2008 Author Share Posted June 4, 2008 For language programs that are abundantly repetitive, from day to day, week to week, year to year, I think the 2 that stand out for me would be Shurley English or Rod and Staff. Now, Shurley is very verbal/auditory in its approach (used lots of chants/songs), and Rod and Staff is more standardly visual. The nice thing about R&S is that you can use it lots of way depending on writing skills. I've used both of these, and although they are praised for their "rigor", both of them can be used at a nice gentle systematic pace, both have cumulative type review every day (just about). Anyway, those would be my recs. I'm sure there are some great programs out there for special needs kids as well, I just don't know about them. HTH,Kayleen I have found Rod and Staff too rigorous for him, although I haven't really tried to modify it. We did Shurley English this year. He really liked it, and I think it is great, I love the way they teach concepts. I understand things I never understood before. I just thought maybe I was missing something great out there, that is a little more visual and less auditory. I think he needs pictures, video or something on the computer. Thanks for the suggestions. Please keep them coming! Dorothy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jg_puppy Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 That is wonderful that he has made so much progress. I have not used this program, but you can sign up for a trial period to see if it would work for you. http://www.time4learning.com/ It only goes through 8th grade, but it does have a language arts program that is done on the computer. Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseballmom Posted June 4, 2008 Author Share Posted June 4, 2008 That is wonderful that he has made so much progress. I have not used this program, but you can sign up for a trial period to see if it would work for you. http://www.time4learning.com/ It only goes through 8th grade, but it does have a language arts program that is done on the computer. Jan I have tried this too. While I like it for up to 4th grade, I didn't like it for 5th and up,but I can't remember why. Thanks for the suggestion. Dorothy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrappyhappymama Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I only have littles, so no curriculum suggestions, but what great news about your son! His accomplishments, both physical and educational, are truly amazing. It sounds like you have put A LOT of effort into this and you should be very proud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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