Hello and thank you for writing to JustAsk!

It would seem that your child has a number of things going on which is impacting academic success.  First, note that children with hearing loss often have verbal difficulties which then transcend in to writing.  Math is often a strength, as well.

Try supplementing fun activities to help promote writing skills.  If your child is artistic and likes to draw about what he is writing then consider the writing books that are guided through CANSON and the ERIC CARLE series. (http://www.dickblick.com/products/canson-eric-carle-sketch-and-tell-books/?wmcp=google&wmcid=products&wmckw=12453-1005)

If he needs to use an audio device which can capture his thoughts. This can be a tape recorder, app on a smart phone or even GARAGEBAND from MAC.  All of these will help him record his thoughts which can then be played back and organized easier.

Use of storyboarding also can be helpful.  WEBS are often the term used for helping a child organize before writing.

As for simple sentences try some interactive apps and online sites such as KABANGO.com.  (http://www.Kabongo.com)

And of course there are many activities that are engaging and wonderfully promote literacy right here on EDUCATION.com. Here is one example: http://www.education.com/activity/second-grade/writing/


GOOD LUCK!

Louise Sattler, Psychologist
Owner of SIGNING FAMILIES
http://www.SigningFamilies.com