Just looking for a bit of advice. My DS is October born so nearly 6 and in yr 1. I was approached my his teacher yesterday for a chat about his reading and writing, which she is concerned about. At the end of reception it was flagged as an issue. He is performing ahead in all other aspects and she described him as "very intellectual" and "extremely articulate" and that he uses advanced language in class.
He is on stage 3 (blue band of ORT) I think and he is reluctant to use any phonics at home. He recognises words and usually memorises the book. I am not convinced that he has grasped the point of phonics. I also think he is a perfectionist who won't read because he doesn't know how to do it strait away - he has never struggled with anything before.
He loves numeracy and does sums for fun at bedtime. I don't get this and don't encourage it - and he writes sums using 1000s and 100000s. He just gets numbers and does it all in his head. I suggested to his teacher that given his interest in maths and science stuff we find him some books in that vein but she said she doesn't have anything suitable.
She's getting him some extra help but I am concerned that he is going to switch off completely from learning. I don't know how to support him best at home - whether to persevere with Biff, Chip etc as directed by school or leave it for a while - he is really resisting at home and we struggle to get anything done.
Any ideas?
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Llareggub · 29/09/2012 18:49
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