Ben had a GREAT day today. We did a review on what we've learned about absolute value equations. I've learned when I do the writing and allow Ben to watch and listen, he's much more apt to pay attention. I keep him engaged with constant questioning, "How does adding to the x affect the graph?"...He answers, then I respond with, "How do you know?" He stayed with me the entire class. We reviewed graphing and how to write the equation's function given the graph. We reviewed domain and range. At the end of class, I thanked Ben for his participation. I said, "Ben you did great today. Days like today make me really happy! Because I am seeing your full potential and you are extremely smart." (He has trouble taking compliments and usually just reponds with a non-emotional, "OK"). I also said, "Some days you don't give yourself the opportunity to thrive, but on the days you do, you really have impressive skills." Way to go Ben!