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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My 2nd grader can read just fine but has no idea how to spell. What's happening in school (Words Their Way and Lexia) does not translate to being able to spell, I am sorry to say, "Food." But I looked at a workbook for 2nd grade and it seemed very basic (vowel blends, consonant blends, obviously some sight words.)

What should a 2nd grader be able to spell?
Do you have any workbooks or approaches to recommend? I got All About Spelling, but it seems kind of byzantine. I get that it's trying to be multi-sensory, but I found it a bit much and not that helpful. 
Have you worked with any teachers/tutors in NW DC who can catch a kid up?

Thank you! [/quote]

With patience and genuine care you can actually have a 2nd grader read, speak and SPELL much more than what the system “expects” them to. Granted, there are no cognitive or psychological impediments that hinder the growth and development.

My kid is 6 and speaks, reads and writes Spanish and English fluently. Above his 1st grade expectations. And I try to teach him te very little and limited French I know. [/quote]

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