Sorry P, my bad.

So tell me, why is correct spelling so important.

Hi rehctub,

I usually run on a policy of not being too picky about spelling, etc on the forum because we all "amke" mistakes : ) - and my editing is much to be desired at times.

However, since you were mentioning google, I thought I'd point out how easy it is to check on a word. I used to rely solely on my book dictionary which I still store under my computer desk, but it's so easy when you're online to hook up with an online dictionary.

As to why correct spelling is important - I think if you have a template for communication, it's best to try and stick to accepted practice. If everyone went about spelling words any way they liked, we'd soon lose the ability to decipher meaning. I'm quite a good speller, but I often look up words if I'm in doubt.

Something interesting is that my son has never had a spelling lesson in his life. I found that he reads a lot and asks me for help with spelling or looks up words. Being homeschooled, I chose not to bother with specific lessons as he seemed to be picking it up well through his own curiosity.

Poirot, you have a valid point, however, you also knew what I meant, even though my spelling was off.

As for home schooling, how is that going.

I think it may well be the way of the future, as not only do schools have the bullying issues to deal with, which they can't, but funding only goes so far, and this will only get worse, not better.

rehctub,

Yes, you're right, I did understand what you were saying.

Homeschooling is going well. He's happy, bright and enthusiastic in his learning which is what I was hoping for. : )