What does dyscalculia look like in a young child (e.g., preschool or primary school age)?
The Learning Success Podcast · Episode 10

What does dyscalculia look like in a young child (e.g., preschool or primary school age)?

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In this episode of "Learning Success: Your Questions Answered," Laura Lurns addresses what parents need to know about recognizing early mathematical challenges in preschool and elementary-aged children.

You'll learn the specific indicators to watch for at different developmental stages, the neuroscience behind number sense development, why traditional diagnostic approaches create limiting identities, and how concrete, systematic instruction literally rewires mathematical brain circuits.

Most importantly, Laura explains why you don't need expensive specialist evaluations to start helping your child. With the right guidance and brief daily practice, you can begin building your child's mathematical capabilities during critical windows of brain development.

Article: https://learningsuccess.blog/dyscalculia/what-does-dyscalculia-look-like-in-a-young-child-e-g-preschool-or-primary-school-age/

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