It is very frustrating, MAE! Thanks for your input. I will look in to your suggestions. Ds is able to sound out words, but I have to make him do it. His first inclination is usually to guess words at rapid fire speed until I tell him to stop and sound it out. Then he's able, but he doesn't do it on his own all the time. I've only been homeschooling for a few weeks, so maybe I should give it more time and see how he does. He hasn't been challenged in an academic setting in so long; I'm not sure he knows how to handle it when he is. Maybe he's just not wanting to work at something new to him? Who knows. At least I'm learning what to look for and will certainly keep my eyes open. I'd love to hear input from anyone else with experience with dyslexia. Does the developmental optometrist diagnose dyslexia? Thanks so much!
