He got a "4", which is a perfect score. We always knew Charlie was a good speller, but it turns out that he also really likes the accomplishment from getting a perfect score on a test.
And, since I am posting this over two months later, I can tell you a little more. Charlie has brought home six more spelling tests. All of them are perfect. In addition, his teacher starting doing dictations about a month ago to review past spelling words, and all of those have been perfect too.
Some autistic children are gifted with an exceptional talent in one area. Charlie doesn't have an off-the-charts IQ, nor is he considered a prodigy in anything. But, I am so impressed with his language-ability. Spelling comes naturally to him. This is probably because of the hours he spends reading almost every day. He loves, loves, loves books. When they tested at school, he tested at 3rd grade, 6 month for his reading level. He can read just about anything and even goes to a dictionary if he doesn't understand a word. He surprises me because he can also recap any story that he has read in his own words.
Mostly, though, I'm glad that he knows that feeling of getting lost in a book. One of the best feelings in the world. When Charlie reads, his body calms down. He says that it makes his mind quiet. He truly loves it. And, if my son needs to work so hard to live in this world that is different than the one in his head, I am glad that he has this escape.
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