A well-known authority on GT kids advised me to spend 3 minutes on my son's strengths for every 1 minute we spend on his weaker areas. "School should be fun for him," he said. "Don't hammer away at things that aren't his favorite."
I thought that was excellent advice, and I pass it on whenever it fits!
My goal in homeschooling is to try to keep DS8 at least at age level in all areas--never behind, if I can help it--but to avoid slowing him down in things that he loves. So he gallops ahead in science, math, and fiction, and his writing and knowledge of the times tables is pretty much right on par with his age.
It works for us, FWIW. Maybe that helps you think about your situation? I hope...
