Case Study: Reading More Fluent, Creative Writing Improved Remarkably

During Peter Brett’s* first school year it became evident that he had serious scholastic difficulties. He experienced great problems with reading, spelling, phonics and creative writing. His concentration was poor, as well as his memory. His work tempo was slow and his handwriting untidy. He was very shy and reserved, with no confidence to express himself in front of others. He didn’t enjoy school.

During Peter’s first year in Grade 2 he received remedial help. Two months before the end of the school year, his parents were not satisfied with his progress and started Peter on Audiblox. As is sometimes the case, progress in the initial stages was slow and, according to his mother, sometimes discouraging. Peter failed Grade 2.

With much perseverance, noticeable improvement started showing the following year. Peter’s mother reported that his reading became more fluent and correct, and his spelling and creative writing improved remarkably. His handwriting and neatness improved to the extent that he received an award at year-end ceremonies. According to his teacher, “Peter has made the best progress of any of the pupils I had repeating Grade 2 in my class.”

The improvement in Peter’s school report says it all:

For Peter’s mother, his most delightful improvement was his self-confidence. Once a boy without confidence, he has now played one of the leading roles in his school’s Grade 2 concert. He came second in the Speech and Drama Contest and was asked to give his speech again at year-end ceremonies in front of a large audience.

An example of Peter’s schoolwork just after he started on Audiblox, and another example after fifteen months, are presented below.

* Peter Brett is a pseudonym.