What are some creative ways I can help my 7 year old with his schoolwork this year?

Question

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. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!

Answer 1

that's a tough one maybe give him a book to read aloud and and gradually gets harder

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Answer 2

Use time in the car as a perfect opportunity to teach and spend quality time with him.  At this age, kids are usually starting to learn addition and subtraction.  So when you are driving, say "hey let's play a game."  Then you can start with simple equations that he can do in his head.  If he gets so many (10 or 20) correct, you can reward him.  With visual learners you would do this at home with flash cards, but with him being an auditory learner, you can multi-task.  

Answer 3

try buyin him the kind of books that bring cds n stuff like that n he can read out loud n try makin readin fun, like buy books that he will b intreseted in like his favorite cartoon or sumthin, or buy those leapfrog games or those educated learning games dat help kids read, hope htis helps, good luck for your 7 year old son :)

Answer 4

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.

Good luck!