What are some creative ways I can help my 7 year old with his schoolwork this year?
My 7 year old son has had problems in school the last two years, and everyone was stumped because we had no idea why. He is an extremely bright boy, but he has a hard time reading. After tons of evaluations and testing, we discovered he is sorely lacking in visual skills but extremely advanced in auditory skills. The school is making adjustments for him (such as having someone call out the questions to test rather than him having to read them), but I want to know what I can do. We have been busy during the summer trying different methods. However, while some work wonders, others have no affect. Does anyone have any ideas on different teaching methods that are strictly auditory. I want to make if fun for him, but I am running out of ideas
Unfortunately, I think what he really needs is the chance to improve his visual skills in a lower stress environment than schools tend to provide.
Take him to the bookstore or library and have him pick out whatever book he wants to read. If it’s something he is interested in, he will be less likely to become frustrated with it. You could also pick up two copies and take turns reading out loud and following along.
Really, repetition is everything. Try to link his auditory activities to something visual. Ask him math problems, and after he answers, have him pick a card with the number printed on it.
Just try to find things that he enjoys, and figure out how you can involve learning in it.