Guidelines for parents, thoughts for activities and tasks

  • play math games and riddles
  • be encouraging, don’t ever tell kids their math is wrong but find the good thinking in their answers (for what is 3×4? an answer of 7 makes sense because 3+4 = 7, then say lets look at 3 groups of 4
  • don’t go for speed but for connection: many activities are mentioned 
  • never speak bad about math of tell kids that you were bad at math or dislike it
  • encourage flexible use of numbers: for 29 + 56 take one from the 56 and put it with the 29 now you have 30 + 55, a lot easier!
  • encourage a growth mindset, let kids know they have unlimited math potential and that they can make progress by working hard, keep trying and not giving up

See all the activities and tasks HERE

Resources for Parents

Jo Boaler has great resources for parents. Go take a look.

And you can also look at Dr Schreuders rich demonstration site at https://practicalmathhelp.com

See the resources from Jo Boaler HERE

Dyscalculia explained by Ducks

See other explanations by the Ducks HERE

What is the process for diagnosing dyscalculia?

What Is The Process For Diagnosing Dyscalculia? Are you curious about how professionals determine if a student has dyscalculia? In this video, we explore the step-by-step process used to diagnose this specific learning difficulty.

See the original article HERE

Early Detection and Intervention of Developmental Dyscalculia Using Serious Game-Based Digital Tools

Numerous studies underscore the critical importance of early detection to enable effective intervention, highlighting the need for individualized, structured, and adaptive approaches. Digital tools, particularly those based on serious games, appear to offer a promising level of personalization. 

Digital solutions based on serious games present a promising avenue for the detection and remediation of mathematical impairments. Their integration with mobile technologies and internet connectivity offers the potential to increase public awareness of learning difficulties such as developmental dyscalculia (DD), leveraging the ubiquity and accessibility of mobile devices. Furthermore, the computational capabilities of modern platforms, combined with immersive technologies—such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR)—and artificial intelligence (AI), enable the development of engaging, adaptive, and personalized interventions. These features can support both reliable screening and individualized remediation pathways tailored to each child’s cognitive profile.

Read the full study HERE