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Prevalence rates
How common is it?
Though research on prevalence is limited, it’s estimated that between 5 and
7% of elementary school aged children may have dyscalculia. It’s also
currently thought that dyscalculia occurs equally in both genders.

Teaching strategies
1.Provide academic supports
Kids with dyscalculia need extra support to help them stay on track in
math class, handle homework and deal with tests. Trying different types of
support can help children find the right tools for his/her needs.

Experts
Educational specialists or a math tutor, especially one who has experience
working with students who learn differently, can help your child learn to
approach math problems in a more effective way . Tutoring will
also allow your child to practice his math skills in a slower, less stressful
setting.

The Right Tools

Supportive tools and tech can help your child navigate difficult problems.

A calculator he knows how to use

Pencils (for erasing!)

Graph paper to help him keep columns and numbers straight.

Pre-set phone reminders and alarms to help him keep track of time.

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 Math apps and games that allow him to practice essential skills in a
fun way

Accommodations
Work with your child’s teacher to ensure he’s able to access appropriate
supports including:

Access to a calculator during class and tests

Extra time on tests

A quiet space to work

The option to record lectures

Access to the teacher’s notes

Time in the math resource room (if his school offers one)

In-school tutoring or homework assistance

2.Address anxiety
Math anxiety isn’t exclusive to kids with dyscalculia, but it is common among
children with the disorder. “One of the keys to helping kids with dyscalculia is
teaching them anxiety management strategies,” says Dr. Kravitz. As kids
learn to manage the anxiety provoked by math challenges, they become more
able to absorb information and techniques that can help.

3.Support self-esteem
Helping your child understand his learning disorder can give him the tools he
needs to manage his dyscalculia — both academically and emotionally.

Don’t keep him in the dark.

Tell your child what dyscalculia is.

Acknowledge his struggles and praise hard work — even if the results
aren’t perfect.

“Praising efforts instead of outcomes will help your child feel proud of
his work, even if it’s not reflected in his final grade,” says Dr. Kravitz.

Help him identify his specific strengths, and offer positive reinforcement.

"when God closes this door, he will open another door for you.“

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 Combat negative self-talk.

References and Sources:

https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/neurodiversity-and-co-occurring-d
ifferences/dyscalculia-and-maths-difficulties

https://childmind.org/article/how-to-help-kids-dyscalculia/

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