Help is there ways to teach a 7 year old?

Question

I also have a niece that is 7 and is in 1st grade, last week she got 11 wrong and 0 right on the test that to know what the words are she couldn't say any of the words. My sister said that she went over the words but my niece is still not learning the words and any ideas to teach her. My sister said she had her write the words down,say the words but she is jnot doing good on saying what the words are and she is been getting low scores on the oral words to look at the words and she can't say the words. I am afraid she will get behind more if she doesn't get the help she needs now and i don't want her to get so behind that she will not be at the level the other kids are at, that is what my family said.

What age or grade do teachers say that a child needs to be tested if they have any special needs? I am just wondering.

Answer 1

You are right to be concerned. You've read some good suggestions about seeing a doctor, I also recommend the school counselor and a specialist.
Kids don't "grow out" of learning problems. If she is struggling already in 1st grade, it's time to take action. Unfortunately her school may not have a good program, thus she hasn't been identified. Don't agree with any "we'll see" from the school, this is their job!
Many universities have learning assistance programs in the community; Sylvan and similar learning centers do work for some students;
Your niece isn't unique or "different". Parents are the only advocates for kids, regardless of what you've been told. Everyone else is paid to care. Get involved, get her help and you will see self-confidence and ability blossom in her.

Answer 2

If it were my child, I would immediately have a conference with the teacher. A child can be tested at ANY age for learning disabilities, and if she has one, the earlier they catch it the better. Sometimes it's a hearing or sight problem, sometimes a processing problem. This shouldn't have gotten so far as first grade, and she's already a year behind apparently? (most 1st graders are 6). Get the child any outside help immediatly. The mother needs to talk to the teacher, and possibly also the kindergarten teacher who had her last year.

Answer 3

I teach 4th grade and usually students are not identified as special needs until 2nd or 3rd grade unless there is a medical diagnosis. You should try to meet with the teacher to create a plan of action to meet the child's needs. List the child's strengths and weaknesses and how to work on the weaknesses. If everyone (parent, family, teacher) knows the plan, then everyone can help the student improve in those areas.

Answer 4

At this age, children should be able to identify and read out simple words.

The child might have specials needs, she might be dyslexic and require more attention, time and special education.

Don't worry though, give her another few weeks to practise on the words.
If she is dyslexic, do not worry either, it is not a handicap in life, although it is a medical condition. All the best.

Answer 5

I'm not sure that I entirely understand what the question is. If she is having trouble speaking, then I would suggest you talk to your doctor about getting her seen by a speech therapist. If she is having trouble reading things back, have you had her tested for dyslexia? It can often go undetected, but there is excellent help available these days. I would initiate this myself through my doctor, rather than the school if I were you.

Answer 6

First thing is to take the child to doctors and rule out hearing defects. The doctor will also be able to decide if there are any other things wrong that can be contributing to the problem. Let him be the one to decide if the child is needing "special needs" help.

Answer 7

I'd start with an eye exam and have her checked for Dyslexia. When I was in first grade (in like 1979), my class was part of a study, and we learned to read with phonics. All the kids in the class did well with it.

Answer 8

There may be a problem which is hindering her learning ability such as dysflexia (spelling ????) - It may be a symptom which can be treated if caught early. See a pediatric physician to determine if this is the case. If not, wait till she's 14 - if you think its a problem now, wait till then - it'll really be a problem.

Answer 9

try with toys or chocolates to instruct like for instance have 7 chocolates and say you have chose to offer 3 pals a million each and each. So what share will I actual have left? by putting them out on a table and moving them as though giving one to each and each pal it makes the belief less difficult to hold close. by using some thing that the youngster is attracted to it makes them no longer lose concentration as plenty.

Answer 10

There is also an eye problem call perception impairment. It is different than dyslexia, and treated with eye therapy. She might need to see an eye Dr. to be diagnosed. She should go to the regular Dr. first, maybe they can screen her.