Liz CA Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I have posted this also on the K-8 curriculum but wanted to get maximum exposure / input. Friends of ours have taken in a young woman who had a very hard life. She is at about 3rd grade reading level. Her big goal is to pass the GED exam. Can anyone suggest remedial reading material that is not too babyish? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plateau Mama Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 They could look at http://www.avko.org. They are the makers of sequential spelling, but the ave a whole line of LA materials. It is designed for remedial work or those with learning disabilities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Phonics Pathways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Phonics Pathways. She might also check into her local GED/degree recovery program for additional help and suggestions. Our school district has one that is free, and they offer one on one tutoring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slipper Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Our school board has a program for literacy education for adults. I also know that some libraries are a meeting place for adult literacy. You didn't mention if there was a learning disability or not, but I feel certain there are resources out there to help out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starwarsmomma Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Does she have LD's/disabilities, or just a lack of education? If there are LD's, you need to be flexible and adjust as necessary... I have gotten 4 foster girls who were terribly behind up to date using phonics pathways, reading pathways, Rod and staff grammar. Also lots of Explode the Code and Beyond the code. Math, I'd do TT. Science-- what kind of science does the GED cover? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 We All Can Read - it is a remedial phonics course for grades 3 through adult using nonsense words. I've been using it with a 6th grader who started out at about a 3rd grade level with success. My only complaint is that isn't as complete in instruction as I think it should be...like it doesn't explain the difference between -ch and -tch. So having a tutor knows her phonics well is helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
higginszoo Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I'll second EPS ... they've got great literacy materials for older dc and adults -- not too babyish in content, but low literacy level. Great practice materials for an older, struggling reader. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 Does she have LD's/disabilities, or just a lack of education? If there are LD's, you need to be flexible and adjust as necessary... I have gotten 4 foster girls who were terribly behind up to date using phonics pathways, reading pathways, Rod and staff grammar. Also lots of Explode the Code and Beyond the code. Math, I'd do TT. Science-- what kind of science does the GED cover? I know from my friend that she was a meth baby. She took the GED placement exam and placed so low, they don't have material for her. I am pulling all my homeschooling favorites together but I did not teach reading because I took my son out of 5th grade to homeschool. He learned how to read in school, however needed spelling work and grammar which was not taught. My friend is getting a "Prepare for the GED" book to see what they are testing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 The GED exam is TOUGH. Can the GED be a goal down the road? Her reading level needs to improve before trying to pass the GED. I like the Wordly Wise Series by EPS. I've used it for remedial students and it is a great vocabulary and reading comprehension tool. I recommend using Book 2 if she is at a 3rd grade level... so she can succeed and move on to Book 3. You can buy the book at any teacher store or Mardel's. HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
readinmom Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 I don't know what parameters are but The Blueford High series is a set of 20 young adult novels for reluctant readers. Please be aware that these deal with topics such as domestic violence, teenage pregnancy, the like. Heinemann publishers also has a series of books for below grade level high schoolers. CLE math workbooks might be a good fit because the size is not overwhelming, and create a sense of accomplishment at the end of each level. If they can find out what interests her, such as Harry Potter, the like, she could follow the book along with an audio version. This has helped some of my low-performing students advance in testing levels, pass the high school exit exam. They have said that it is easier to follow along with someone else reading, less stress, more engaging. *Sorry about no paragraph breaks! Having major problems typing on this site for some reason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHASRADA Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 I agree with Phonics Pathways for basic reading instruction/review, followed by Megawords for longer, more difficult words. If you are looking for materials for teaching all subject areas (science, math, history, etc.) I highly recommend Wieser Educational http://www.wieseredu...onal.com They have highschool level textbooks for every subject written at a 3rd-4th grade reading level. She can learn her high school material at her current reading level, while continuing to try to improve her reading skills. They also have basic "life skills" reading texts. I am using their science and history with my dyslexic 7th grader who is more comfortable reading at a 4th grade level, and I have been impressed with the content and presentation of the material. They are also a family-owned business with excellent customer service. If you called and explained the situation to them, they would likely be able to recommend appropriate materials. HTH, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 Saddleback Educational Publishing Walch Education - these might be a bit down the road for her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 I have posted this also on the K-8 curriculum but wanted to get maximum exposure / input. Friends of ours have taken in a young woman who had a very hard life. She is at about 3rd grade reading level. Her big goal is to pass the GED exam. Can anyone suggest remedial reading material that is not too babyish? Our school board has a program for literacy education for adults. I also know that some libraries are a meeting place for adult literacy. You didn't mention if there was a learning disability or not, but I feel certain there are resources out there to help out. I know from my friend that she was a meth baby. She took the GED placement exam and placed so low, they don't have material for her. I am pulling all my homeschooling favorites together but I did not teach reading because I took my son out of 5th grade to homeschool. He learned how to read in school, however needed spelling work and grammar which was not taught. My friend is getting a "Prepare for the GED" book to see what they are testing. There could be a variety of reasons why the young woman be at a very low reading level. My first instinct would be to find out what areas of reading she is weakest in and then choose an appropriate program. I would agree with pp that finding a good adult literacy program would be key. I had a friend who was a long-time literacy program volunteer and had tremendous success, as long as the participants stuck with it. I would seek out adult literacy programs and then supplement with extra help at home. Btw, your friend sounds great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 If she is under 21-26 and hasn't graduated highschool there is a chance that the local school district could do some basic testing for free. Wouldn't hurt to call them. Does she seem behind in other areas---as in cognitively impaired, etc. or just her lack of academic skills? I really like Apples and Pears for spelling as it is not babyish at all and really seems to stick. The I See Sam readers have worked the best for me here teaching my special needs kids to read but she might find them a bit babyish---but then again might be willing to do what it takes to learn to read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 Soaring with spelling and growing with grammar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie4b Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 Wilson Reading was designed for adults who couldn't read. It's also excellent for dyslexia. Nothing is babyish. But you'd have to buy the videos to learn how to use it--or find a tutor who uses Wilson and watch how it's done and then get the materials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koerarmoca Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 I found this http://teachyourchildtoread.ca/ if you register it takes you to the stairway to reading site it has remidal info and a placement test. And it appears to be free. I stumbled upon it while looking for something else and thought of this thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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