<p>My S is a math/science kid. He writes very short, terse papers that show some interesting insights. He reads very widely (some novels & all newspapers & many magazines). His English teachers are often disappointed because he does not write the way they expect (since he’s always scored very high on the verbal standardized exams – about 800). He communicates what he wants to but does not include anything “extra.”</p>
<p>He didn’t learn what a sentence was until he was in 5th grade–none of his prior teachers ever taught him. His spelling is awful, but when he types, he can use spell checker & manages pretty well. His grammar is excellent, mostly because, like Susan’s S, he has always heard & read correct grammar.</p>
<p>My D loves creative writing for her RPGs but agonizes over school papers. Her spelling is also pretty bad–seems most of their generation has this problem, starting with “inventive spelling.” Oh well, both kids get what needs doing done.</p>