In just a short time working with kids at an after school program in Allendale, my eyes were opened to some sad situations, where kids are seriously struggling.
In the first post, read about the struggle to read and understand.
In the first post, read about the struggle to read and understand.
I have this problem with one of my kids, but he can read. He seems like he just has this weird mental block that I can't figure out how to get him past.
ReplyDeleteHave you talked with other folks, in education? One of the problems I realize I have is my limited background in education. I don't know how it's being taught in class, so I'm often at a blank how to explain it myself.
ReplyDeleteIt is very difficult when they are that far behind. I had an 8th grader that transferred in & could not read much. We used a Literacy association volunteer just to teach reading with her. Try to contact the local Literacy Association, retired teachers or maybe an Adult Ed center that can help. Also try USCA or some one with an education program that requires a practicum.
ReplyDeleteOur local libraries have books with read along tapes. It might help if he could listen to the words as he sees them on the page so he can make the oral and literal connections. I agree with contacting the local university. When I was getting my Ed. Degree we were always looking for kids to observe and work with as part of our materials and methods classes.
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