A Day in the Life of a Teen with Dyscalculia
Meet Ava, a ninth grader with dyscalculia. She is a bright kid, but her struggles with math are often misunderstood by teachers and family members. To see how trouble with numbers can affect kids outside of math class, look at a typical day in Ava’s life.
Publisher: Understood
A Quick Guide to Dyscalculia: Symptoms, Impact, and Treatment
This article addresses what dyscalculia is, the causes, the different types of learning disabilities that are associated with dyscalculia, and the early signs and symptoms of dyscalculia.
Publication Date: December 2024
Publisher: Ability Central
Arizona Department of Education AT Short Term Loan Library
Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services works in partnership with Northern Arizona University Institute for Human Development Arizona Technology Access Program to make available at no cost, a wide variety of assistive technology devices, equipment, software, and professional development materials to school personnel to improve access to assistive technology.
Publisher: Arizona Department of Education
Dyscalculia
This fact sheet explains dyscalculia isn’t a problem of intelligence or lack of effort. Dyscalculia makes math hard, is common, and is often overlooked. The fact sheet lists trouble areas and ways to help.
Publication Date: 2025
Publisher: Understood
Dyscalculia: An Overview
This article provides characteristics of dyscalculia, how to address the disability, and some intervention options for students struggling with dyscalculia.
Author: Eve Kessler
Publisher: Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities
Dyscalculia Factsheet (for Schools)
This factsheet provides information on what teachers should know about students with dyscalculia and how to support their learning in the classroom.
Publication Date: June 2018
Publisher: KidsHealth
Dyscalculia & Math: A Teacher's and Parent's Guide
Emily Kircher-Morris and Dr. Daniel Ansari discuss the complexities of math education, the anxiety it can cause in students, the challenges of teaching methods, and the importance of understanding learning difficulties like dyscalculia. They discuss the importance of explicit instruction in math, the role of neuroscience in understanding how children learn math, and the significance of working memory and attention in math learning.
Publication Date: February 2025
Publisher: The Neurodiversity Podcast
High-Quality Mathematics Instruction: What Teachers Should Know
This module describes the components of high-quality mathematics instruction: a standards-based curriculum and evidence-based practices. It also highlights a number of evidence-based practices as well as other classroom practices teachers can use to teach mathematics.
Publisher: Iris Center Vanderbilt University
How to Spot Dyscalculia
This article explains dyscalculia, what to look for, how it is diagnosed, and how it can impact students outside of school.
Author: Rae Jacobson
Publisher: Child Mind Institute
Specific Learning Disability in Mathematics: A Comprehensive Review
This journal article reviews the changing terminology for specific learning disabilities in math and describes the emerging genetics and neuroimaging studies that relate to individuals with math disability.
Authors: Neelkamal Soares, Teresa Evans, and Dilip R. Patel
Publication Date: January 2018
Publisher: Translational Pediatrics
Through My Eyes
Understand dyscalculia through real kids’ stories. See through the eyes of real kids to understand their strengths and challenges through interactive simulations and heartfelt videos. Explore simulations, videos, and resources for kids, parents, and educators.
Publisher: Understood
What Is Dyscalculia?
Dyscalculia is a learning disability in math. This resource provides a snapshot of what dyscalculia is,
dyscalculia signs and symptoms, possible causes of dyscalculia, and how dyscalculia is diagnosed. Video examples of real people enhance the information.
Publisher: Understood