The Building Blocks of Math That Young Students Need to Excel — But Aren’t Always Getting

Many American students struggle in math. According to the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress, nearly 1 in 4 fourth graders and 39 percent of eighth graders scored “below basic,” the test’s lowest category. An analysis of state tests shows that few states have recovered students from pandemic math losses, with disadvantaged students from low-income neighborhoods hit especially hard. For those struggling students — including those diagnosed with dyscalculia and related learning challenges — lack of number sense often plays a significant role. “For kids that have a fundamental weakness in mathematics, 80 percent or 90 percent of the time that’s going to be linked to a lack of understanding numbers,” said Ben Clarke, an early math researcher and department head of special education and clinical sciences at the University of Oregon. “If we want students to be able to access other pieces of mathematics that are really important, then they need to build this foundational understanding of numbers

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Supporting Dyscalculia: from home to school

In this video, Claire Lewis, Assistant Psychologist at The ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity ‪@adhdfoundation2563‬, explains what dyscalculia is and shares practical, home-based strategies to reduce anxiety and build confidence in maths. Additionally, Claire offers guidance on effective collaboration between home and school to meet children’s needs both in and out of the classroom.

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Sensory Processing Disorder

In this episode of Breaking Down Mental Health, Dr. Hannah Reynard, a neurodevelopmental expert at Michigan Medicine, discusses sensory processing disorder (SPD) and learning disorders like dyspraxia, dyscalculia, and dyslexia. She breaks down how SPD affects sensory input, its subtypes, screening tools, and treatment options. Dr. Reynard also highlights the need for school accommodations and the challenges in diagnosing these conditions. Listen to the full episode for deeper insights.

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Coexisting of ADHD and other conditions like dyscalculia is often missed.

ADHD often coexists with other conditions like dyspraxia and dyscalculia, but many professionals fail to recognise these additional challenges. Sarah highlights how a proper neurodiversity assessment can provide a clearer picture of a person’s needs.

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