Vid Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 My younger boy (8 yr) always has problem spelling words and writing. He can read very well and is already reading Rick Riordan's books. Currently into the last book of the 2nd series, The Blood of Olympus. Ask him anything about dinosaurs, space or Greek myths and he rattle off facts non stop because he reads a lot of books on those topics. And he has an incredible imagination and we have no doubt that he is an intelligent boy. But when it comes to writing, he has lots of problems. Simple words like could, should, balloon, etc... he can't spell or miss out letters here and there. Spacing letters, punctuation and capital letters are a major problem despite reminding him countless times. That got me to research what the problem is with him. I found dysgraphia on the Internet. It is something like dyslexia but unlike dyslexia, which is reading and writing disability, dysgraphia is only writing disability. I am going to get him assessed by a psychologist and see if he needs special courses to help him with his writing. My question is - does anyone know the effectiveness of these so called professional help? These type of things are very expensive as I read on the Internet. ↡ Advertisement 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enye Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 my point of view as a parent.... even if you get him diagnosed, he still has to cope with this disability and compete with others whether academically or professionally in future unless you are planning to send him to some special school which needs the doctor's recommendation just need to encourage him to focus more and be careful when it comes to writing a medical report may just demoralize your child even further Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vid Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Author Share March 1, 2016 my point of view as a parent.... even if you get him diagnosed, he still has to cope with this disability and compete with others whether academically or professionally in future unless you are planning to send him to some special school which needs the doctor's recommendation just need to encourage him to focus more and be careful when it comes to writing a medical report may just demoralize your child even further I know... since young we have been supporting him with his studies. People with dysgraphia may be labelled lazy because they find writing very taxing. What I want to do is get him assessed and let his school know so that the teachers know he is not a lazy boy. Even his teachers say he is very intelligent but when it comes to writing, all sorts of problems come out. I just do not want his teachers to give up on him and refuse to help. The only consolation I have right now is that he is in an International school and not local where academic achievement is more important than anything else. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mersaylee Supersonic March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 Similar to my boy...into Percy Jackson and all. Often comment that the movies of PJ and clash of the titans etc are different from the books. He could recite the BPL players names and Jersey numbers even the players' stats on soccer cards easily. But he can't spell their names correctly. Needless to say his composition often full of omitted letters. But I'm ok so long he's healthy and happy. It's up to him to be more focus... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vid Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Author Share March 1, 2016 Similar to my boy...into Percy Jackson and all. Often comment that the movies of PJ and clash of the titans etc are different from the books. He could recite the BPL players names and Jersey numbers even the players' stats on soccer cards easily. But he can't spell their names correctly. Needless to say his composition often full of omitted letters. But I'm ok so long he's healthy and happy. It's up to him to be more focus... How old is your boy? Mine will sometimes write mirror or inverted letters. I read that children with dysgraphia are often with high IQ but they can't fully utilize their potential because of their writing disability. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman888 Moderator March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 I would encourage you to have a proper diagnosis and arrange for special school for early intervention to improve his condition. The school will have different set of teachers and techniques to deal with this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enye Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 How old is your boy? Mine will sometimes write mirror or inverted letters. I read that children with dysgraphia are often with high IQ but they can't fully utilize their potential because of their writing disability. don't worry too much my 9 year old also tends to write laterally inverted letters ie b vs d p vs q, and for spelling, he can spell the word aloud but the letters somehow get jumbled up when put into writing Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vid Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Author Share March 1, 2016 I would encourage you to have a proper diagnosis and arrange for special school for early intervention to improve his condition. The school will have different set of teachers and techniques to deal with this. I will get him assessed but I don't think I will ever send him to any special school. He has no trouble with learning but he will have to cope with his writing problems. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mersaylee Supersonic March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 How old is your boy? Mine will sometimes write mirror or inverted letters. I read that children with dysgraphia are often with high IQ but they can't fully utilize their potential because of their writing disability. 10+ I'd be worried if he starts to write mirror or inverted letters. He sat for the GP assessment but failed...my better half was disappointed but I was glad. I had good childhood...It'd be too stressful for him with my kind of genes. Hahaha Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StefanK Supercharged March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 My younger boy (8 yr) always has problem spelling words and writing. He can read very well and is already reading Rick Riordan's books. Currently into the last book of the 2nd series, The Blood of Olympus. Ask him anything about dinosaurs, space or Greek myths and he rattle off facts non stop because he reads a lot of books on those topics. And he has an incredible imagination and we have no doubt that he is an intelligent boy. But when it comes to writing, he has lots of problems. Simple words like could, should, balloon, etc... he can't spell or miss out letters here and there. Spacing letters, punctuation and capital letters are a major problem despite reminding him countless times. That got me to research what the problem is with him. I found dysgraphia on the Internet. It is something like dyslexia but unlike dyslexia, which is reading and writing disability, dysgraphia is only writing disability. I am going to get him assessed by a psychologist and see if he needs special courses to help him with his writing. My question is - does anyone know the effectiveness of these so called professional help? These type of things are very expensive as I read on the Internet. More of learning to cope with what they have and build their confidence in assimilating into mainstream society. Though I do not agree with the latter, you will find many of the geniuses in this world, bearing a disorder. They have all worked around that disorder to do what they love the most. So most importantly, they need to know it is not a disability that cripples them, build their confidence and allow them more free reign to better their life skills and passion. I add oil for you. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman888 Moderator March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 I will get him assessed but I don't think I will ever send him to any special school. He has no trouble with learning but he will have to cope with his writing problems.sorry by special school I mean those once/twice a week 2-hr type, more like enrichment class. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahseng 5th Gear March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 Diagnose by professional first, then show to school black and white. Else they all might judge him as a "dun waste time case"..(not all teachers are angels.) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weez911 Supersonic March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 Paging for @Radx! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman888 Moderator March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 Paging for @Radx! he doesn't have any children. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weez911 Supersonic March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 he doesn't have any children. Oh I meant he has a major in psychology :) Maybe he can advise better Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vid Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Author Share March 1, 2016 sorry by special school I mean those once/twice a week 2-hr type, more like enrichment class. Yes, that's a possibility which is why I asking if anyone has experience with those courses and whether it would help. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vid Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Author Share March 1, 2016 Diagnose by professional first, then show to school black and white. Else they all might judge him as a "dun waste time case"..(not all teachers are angels.) That is exactly what I fear. I find some of his teachers can't be bother with him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinobii Hypersonic March 1, 2016 Share March 1, 2016 It's good to have early intervention in place once it's professionally assessed dyslexia is a learning difficulty and there are interventions available to help them improve/overcome this There are no doubt many famous people who have dyslexia Oh I meant he has a major in psychology :) Maybe he can advise better How come this one u also know ah?! Keke, i thot u only have eyes for tankie ↡ Advertisement 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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