Is it the mechanics of writing that is a problem, too? Legibility and letter formation? Spelling? Do they require a certain type of writing, cursive or print? I forgot to look at what state you are in, but regardless, he may qualify (with a medical diagnosis) for a 504 plan to receive accomodations. A computer program that our school district is using is called Read and Write Gold. It helps to predict words, assists with spelling and has a text reader feature as well. The concept idea with the bubbles and outlines I also agree with. How is his reading?