Random thought...
IS it wrong to be almost happy that DS (11) is getting his first C on a report card this time? ... However, it still gives me something to use to demonstrate why he needs to do the boring homework.
Contact with reality in a way that doesn't cause permanent harm should always be celebrated! Much better to learn the lesson now with support than later.
Sad about giving up on getting appropriate work, though - can you find other ways to let him spend some of his time at his readiness level (summer/ afterschool/ weekends?)
Grinity
