The workaround I'd suggest is using Open Office as your main word processor. It's a free download (as is most of my stuff) and should suit your needs well. Try it out on your son's book first, though... I haven't downloaded it since I got my macbook
Thanks Kit - taking a look at it now. Can you tell me if I can save as a Word doc so I can print at school?
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