Homeschooling Help for Children with Dyslexia and Aspergers: Tips and Resources

[stacywhitlow]

I have a 3 (almost 4) year old daughter that we have been planning to homeschool. Have already started some things. I am seriously thinking of homeschooling my son who is 13 with dyslexia & aspergers syndrome. He is not doing well in a classroom setting at all. He is already a year behind since I held him back in the 1st grade. He struggles in math & reading (as should be expected). The school just isn't giving him what he needs. Has anyone used Konos homeschool program? They are unit based for grades K-8 so I could teach Emily & Miken the same things but at their own level. Any other suggestions on homeschooling such an age difference at the same time? Any and all suggestions are welcome & appreciated as well as your prayers that this is the right path for our family. Thanks!

 

[stacywhitlow]

bump...want to make sure this gets looked at by you homeschool moms.

 

[jenne]

I've never heard of the specific curriculum you mentioned, but I have friends who LOVE the unit-studies! I've got a couple of a geography nature that I use with my kids, and they really enjoy them! As far as home schooling your older son...if he's not getting what he needs in the school setting, I say go for it! I think the one on one that you get with homeschooling really helps in those special situations. You can tailor your curriculum directly to his needs. I have an almost 8 year old and a 6 year old (as well as an almost 2 year old who tends to make things a bit difficult at times ) and am thankful that we can home school. You need to do whatever you feel is right for your family...all family dynamics are different. I'll keep you in my prayers!

 

[Jewel]

When I homeschooled my kids, I went through Connections Academy. They are wonderful. Send you all the supplies, books, new computer, printer, etc. They even paid 1/2 of my internet bill. It was a free program when I did it but I'm not sure now. They have a website. Connections Academy - Attend Free Online School From Home, I loved the program. They did the whole curriculum, I didn't have to think about it much. I had some work issues (before PC) that didn't allow me the time I needed to help my kids, so back to public they went. I am actually thinking of taking my son out and doing this again. Hope you check them out and get all the info you need.

 

[Nanisu]

I homeschooled my son with Aspberger's from 1st through 12th (yes, that's right--all 12) grades, we graduated last June. I did PC for 8 years of it. Email me if you want--I can give you some help I think.