A friend of mine is really having some trouble. She gets the “p” and the “b” mixed up and the “q” and the “g”. She says they look the same? If she is spelling frequent she spells it perfect. Just with a "g". If she is spelling ability she puts a “P” instead of a “b”. It’s really hard to read her writing. And she says she can’t tell the difference. What should I do? I am trying to tutor her, but I often can’t read her writing.
2006-12-07 08:23:09 · 11 answers · asked by .:.:.Mizz_undaStood.:.:. 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
It sounds like she has a reading disability that needs diagnosing and treatment. It's common for very young children to flip letters, but after the first or second grade it's a sign of a significant problem. If you are trying to tutor her in another subject (not literacy), consider asking her to read her work aloud to you. This way you will know what she sees when she looks at the paper and you can evaluate her KNOWLEDGE of the subject, not her reading ability. You are NOT qualified to diagnose or treat her reading problems.
2006-12-07 13:50:45 · answer #1 · answered by Jetgirly 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Actually, your drug use is a separate and personal issue that you need to deal with in a way that works for you. I don't think that at this point and time in your life when you have this many questions about what you need to do with your life, you should bring an innocent child into this world. A baby deserves the best chance that it has for a good and stable life. I'm sure that you wouldn't want your child to have less than you are capable of giving. Your friend probably has the best intentions for you...but it won't be the best thing to happen to your unborn child. You should take care of you; see if your boyfriend can staighten out and possibly be a good dad. I gather that you are a very smart person, and actually know what is right. Use birth control until you feel that you can be a good mother. Love and Best Wishes
2016-05-23 04:26:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I must have several students who have a significant problem, because I teach 3rd grade and see letter reversals a lot. Is she having a hard time SEEING the difference between the letters, or is she having a hard time UNDERSTANDING the difference between the letters and when to use them? It's definitely important to know that. If she's having a hard time seeing the difference, she might want to try mnemonic devices or other ways to help her remember. Off the top of my head, the line in "p" runs down, just like pee runs down your legs. Gross, but it may help.
2006-12-07 14:34:53 · answer #3 · answered by elizabeth_ashley44 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How old is your friend? Usually by about 8 or 9 years of age kids can tell the difference between b, d, p, q, and g unless they have some learning problem. Your friend may have a learning disability and need to be assessed by a professional - a special education teacher may be able to help you get the process started.
These links may help you and your friend.
2006-12-07 08:34:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
She probably has a mild form of dyslexia. Tell her that you're worried about this because it could affect her as she continues through school.
Have her go to her parents and/or the school councellor to discuss being tested. Special tutors can help her with recognizing and writing the correct letters.
2006-12-07 08:29:50 · answer #5 · answered by teel2624 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She's probably just dyslexic. It's not a big deal. As long as her peers and teachers and/or employer knows of this, she should be okay. Just thank her lucky stars for spell check.
2006-12-07 08:30:48 · answer #6 · answered by Summer 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That's great that you picked up on that. It sounds like she may be dyslexic. Is there someone you can talk to about it?....Your teacher would likely know how to get her some help....or maybe your parents could talk to her parents or something. Good for you for noticing and wanting to help her!!!!!!!!
2006-12-07 08:35:19 · answer #7 · answered by Tallulah 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
How old is she?
It is a common problem with younger children.
If she is older, then maybe she needs to be tested for dyslexia.
Feel free to IM/EM me for a further chat about this
2006-12-07 08:32:20 · answer #8 · answered by Plum 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It isn't your place to do anything. Your friend might have a form of dyslexia. It is her responsibility to have this checked out.
2006-12-07 08:30:09 · answer #9 · answered by beez 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the p is short and the b is long the q has a strait line and the g has a curved line
2006-12-07 08:26:45 · answer #10 · answered by mina 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋