As for school, we did the grade skip, we added acceleration but he was still sitting reading books at his desk most of the day. The school just wasn't working for us, so I quit my job and pulled him out mid-year to start cyberschooling, something I never imagined myself doing. We battled the first 2 months, and when I asked him if he behaved this way in school to his teacher his reply was "No, things weren't this difficult in school". So, he's being more challenged but I'm taking the brunt of his frustrations of having to actually put in some effort and work.
Outside of school, I'd definitely say he's a lazy kid. When he wants a new Lego, we'll tell him he needs to earn $ by doing chores. His reply will usually be that he'll ask for it for his birthday or Christmas.
Ziggy take a walk on the hall of fame! This is above and beyond the call of ordinary parenting. Well done. I love your determination that your son will learn how to learn. I've heard that lots of moms have had to 'unschool' for a while when they first started homeschooling so that the child could re-learn how to find the interest in their own soul. But with a child who has had 'enforced underachievement' for so long - it is so tricky!
I wouldn't say that your son is exhibiting lazy behavior with the legos. He is able to think ahead in a way that is 'too mature' for his age. How old is he? If you watch carefully, I believe you will be able to discover exactly what his motivations are. My son was one who was motivated by things that were not typical of his age. For a while I was walking around the house telling him when he gained and lost 'respect points' through his behavior. The points didn't earn him anything, he just wanted to know, and to have the recognition. Gifties can be odd.
Best Wishes,
Grinity
