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[quote=Anonymous]Ok - slightly different perspective.   Our DS was behind in first grade relative to other kids, although it was mainly reading.   reading is in math word problems too - so that impacted math.  DS had some medical issues in K , 1st,  where he missed some large chunks of school too.   Socially he was fine, tested as very bright,  etc.   we never considered retaining, but we did make a big concerted effort to work with DS to make sure he was on track.   we took a long view of being on track by 3rd grade which is when they switch from learning to read to reading to learn.   we were upfront with him that he had a lot of talents, but some of his talents made it harder in other areas and he would need to do extra work.

summer vacation and breaks were a great time to do catch up at a relaxed pace - lots of reading and reading things DS liked.  He made leaps and loved the one on one time.   easy to get math facts down.  we didn't do tutors - would have hated that, but I did research and experimented with what worked for him.   we didn't really get him fully on grade level (relative to peers in this area where everyone is ahead)- until 2nd grade summer.   fast forward, end of 3rd grade,   slightly above reading level (but we still work at it) - but a great student with very good study habits.  DS very proud of the work he has done and very goal oriented.  I don't think this would work for every personality, but his sense of pride, self-awareness, and willing to work hard seems to be a good life lesson.

Good luck[/quote]

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