Math anxiety can severely impact a student’s ability to engage with and succeed in math, especially for neurodiverse learners like those with dyscalculia. This post explores how math anxiety often creates a cycle of frustration and avoidance, impacting a student’s confidence, engagement, and willingness to learn. Recognizing this cycle is crucial for providing effective support and breaking down the barriers dyscalculic students face. The article offers practical strategies and a self-evaluation checklist for parents and educators, focusing on creating safe learning environments, reinforcing positive experiences, and using trauma-informed, multi-sensory teaching methods to build resilience and foster growth in math.

Helping students succeed in math isn’t about shortcuts or tricks—it’s about building a meaningful understanding, one step at a time. This article dives into scaffolding as a step-by-step strategy for breaking down complex tasks, using the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) approach, and applying multi-sensory learning techniques. Whether you’re a parent or educator, you’ll find practical advice on creating a supportive learning environment, providing key accommodations, and connecting math to real-world contexts to make it both engaging and achievable.

In this blog post, we discuss the top four challenges faced by high school students with dyscalculia, as highlighted by Dr. Honora Wall and Katie Walker. From the misuse of calculators to the trauma caused by years of struggle, we explore how educators and parents can better support these students.

In this post, we explore a conversation between Dr. Honora Wall and Katie Walker on their shared passion for helping neurodiverse students, particularly those with dyscalculia. They discuss effective teaching methods, the importance of early intervention, and how strong relationships can transform a student’s math learning experience.

Unlock your child's math potential with strategies that work for all learners, especially those with learning differences. Discover how the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) approach and multi-sensory instruction can transform math education by engaging multiple senses and creating a more inclusive learning environment. Whether you're a parent or educator, these methods are essential tools to help every student succeed in math.

Discover how neurodiversity impacts math learning for students with dyscalculia, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and ADHD. Learn about specific challenges and practical strategies to support neurodiverse learners in understanding and excelling in math.

Navigating the special education system can be overwhelming for parents new to the process. Our latest blog post breaks down the top 10 essential terms and acronyms you need to know, complete with real-life scenarios and expert tips to help you effectively advocate for your child's needs.

Discover how adopting a growth mindset can transform your child’s math experience. We delve into the concepts of selective attention and the Gap and Gain framework, providing practical strategies to foster a positive learning environment. Learn how focusing on daily wins can boost confidence and encourage continuous improvement. Read more about these transformative ideas and how to implement them effectively to help your child succeed in math and beyond.

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ADD/ADHD and specific learning disabilities like dyscalculia are not confined to the fringes of our society; they are in our communities, families, and workplaces. Awareness of neurodiversity improves support systems, demands better accommodations, access to resources and put an end to stigmatization.

Language is more than just words; it's a powerful tool to shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us. We are ALL neurodiverse! We live under a very colorful umbrella of neurodiversity. The words we choose can either foster connection and inclusivity or perpetuate division and misunderstanding.