M ath Shack

Education Centre

"Building a mathematical foundation through a multi-sensory approach"

The

A.D.D./ A.D.H.D.

Autism Spectrum

Behaviour and Learning

Working Memory/Processing

Multisensory Learning

Asperger's Syndrome

Dyscalculia

"Understanding Dyscalculia" - What is it? What causes it? What are the symptoms? How is it diagnosed? What can be done?

"Quiz: Could Your Child Have Dyscalculia?" - Short but Thorough Quiz

"I'm Concerned My Child Has Dyscalculia. Now What?" - A Step-By-Step Guide

"What's the Difference Between Dyscalculia and Math Troubles Associated with Dyslexia and Dyspraxia?" - Outlining the Three Different Types of Difficulities

"How Can I Tell If My Child Has Been Misdiagnosed With Dyscalculia?" - What To Do

"4 Ways Dyscalculia Can Affect Your Child's Social Skills" - Infographic

"Skills Affected by Dyscalculia" - Infographic

"5 Common Myths About Dyscalculia" - Slideshow

"Checklist: How to Help With Dyscalculia" - At Home, At School, From Outside Resources

"At a Glance: Classroom Accommodations for Dyscalculia" - Infographic

"Treatment Options for Dyscalculia" - Treatment Options (Medical and Non-Medical)

A.D.D./ A.D.H.D

"Classroom Accommodations for Math Learning Disabilities"- Advice for Successful Learning

"ADHD in Children" -Overview, Symptoms and Subtypes, Causes, Myths and Facts, Brain Functions, Personal Stories, Diagnosis, Treatment, ADHD at School and more!

"10 Holiday Stressors for Kids With Learning and Attention Issues" - Very Helpful and Informative!

"Dr. Amen's 7 Types of ADHD" - Redefining ADHD

"5 ADHD Trouble Spots and How to Avoid Them" - Slideshow

"6 Common Myths About ADHD" - Slideshow

"The Experiences of ADHD in Childhood: I Have Always Felt Different" - Hear from 16 College Students Reflecting Back on Their Childhoods

"Why We Feel So Intensely: Understanding ADHD Emotions" - Slideshow

"Getting an ADHD Diagnosis: 3 Common Mistakes" - Two Pages of Important Information

"Books For Tweens and Teens on Learning and Attention Issues" - Slideshow

"The New Way to Study With ADHD" - Learn Faster and Retain More!

"7 Rules for Using ADHD Medications Safely" - List with Examples

"ADHD Diagnosis" - The Good, The Bad, and The Parent's Role" - Everyone Has a Role

"Decades of Failing to Recognize ADHD in Girls Has Created a 'Lost Generation' of Women"

"ADHD and Anger: What You Need to Know" - Covering everything From stress to medication!

"Different Professionals Who Help Kids With ADHD" - Comparison Chart

"At a Glance: Therapies That Can Help Kids With Learning and Attention Issues" - Infographic

"Children With ADHD: Foods to Consider Cutting Out" - Examples and Explanations

"How Different Types of Tutoring Can Help Kids With Learning and Attention Issues" - Comparison Chart

"Thank You, Pixar: Why Inside Out Is Great for Kids With Attention Issues" -Blog Post by Special Education Consultant

Anxiety

"9 Things Every Parent with an Anxious Child Should Try" - Helpful Advice with Examples

"Anxiety in Kids: How to Turn it Around and Protect Them For Life"

"7 Truths About Your Kids and Anxiety" - Slideshow

"13 Helpful Phrases You Can Say To Calm An Anxious Child" - Phrases With Examples

"Anxiety: Why It's Different From Stress" - Compares the Similarities and Differences

"5 Things You Shouldn't Say to An Anxious Child (And 5 You Should)" - An Adult Reflecting Back on Childhood

"ADHD and Anxiety: What You Need to Know" - The ADHD-Anxiety Connection

Asperger's Syndrome

"Asperger Syndrome: What is It?" - Overview, Symptoms, Treatment, Resources and More!

"How to Explain Your Child's Asperger Syndrome" - Opinion Piece On Whether You Need To Explain

"Saying Goodbye to Asperger's Syndrome" - Changing The Name to Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder

"Autism Spectrum Disorder: What is It?" - Overview, Symptoms, Treatment, Resources and More!

"Could My Toddler Be Autistic?" - Possible Signs of Autism in Toddlers

"Which Children With Autism Develop Better Communication Skills?" - Joint Attention, Imitation, and Toy Play

"The Difference Between Autism and Learning and Attention Issues" - What You Need to Know About ASD

"Sensory Processing Issues: What You're Seeing In Your Preschooler" - Infographic

"Sensory Processing Issues: What You're Seeing In Your Grade-Schooler" - Infographic

"Sensory Processing Issues: What You're Seeing In Your Middle-Schooler" - Infographic

"Sensory Processing Issues: What You're Seeing In Your High-Schooler" - Infographic

Behaviour and Learning

"Supporting Behaviour and Learning: Individual Body Breaks" - What is a body break? Who needs a body break? When do you use a body break?

"Why So Many Kids Can't Sit Still In School Today" - The Importance of Moving and Learning!

"Is Your Child Getting Enough Sleep" - Infographic That Covers All Age Ranges

"5 Tips for Avoiding Homework Battles With Your Grade-Schooler"

"Why Does My Child Talk NonStop and Not Realize It's Annoying" - Explanation and Suggestions

"What To Do When Your Child Says 'I'm Stupid'" - The Power of Empathy

"Activities for When Kids Have to Wait" - They Don't Require Any Materials!

"How To Introduce Your Child's Needs to a New Teacher" - 3 Great Tips!

"25 Ways To Ask Your Child 'So How Was School Today,' Without Asking Them 'So How Was School Today"

"How to Say It: Responding When Grade-Schoolers With Learning and Attention Issues Are Frustrated"

"Success Stories: Celebrities With Dyslexia, ADHD, and Dyscalculia" - Slide Show

"Why You Should Do Nothing When Your Child Say's 'I'm Bored'" - Fascinating Read/ Advice

Depression

"Children, Youth, and Depression" - Canadian Mental Health Association

"Kristen Bell Opens Up About Living With Depression and Anxiety" - Debunking the Harmful Stereotypes

"Are Learning and Attention Issues Risk Factors for Depression?" - Expert Q and A

"Checklist: Behaviour Changes in Your Child That May Be Signs of Depression" - Thorough Checklist

"When Negative Feelings Turn Into Depression" - What to Watch For

"I Think My Child Is Depressed: What Should I Do?" - Expert Q and A

"At a Glance: Signs of Depression in Your Middle-Schooler" - Infographic

Dyslexia

"Understanding Dyslexia" - What is it? What are the symptoms? Treatment? Resources and More!

"Warning Signs of Dyslexia" - From Pre-school to Adulthood

"20 Things Only Parents of Children with Dyslexia Would Understand" - Informative List!

"The Dyslexia Toolkit" - A Resource Provided By The National Centre for Learning Disabilities

"A Dyslexic Child in the Classroom" - Specific Focus on Math and Other Subjects

"8 Tips for Introducing Dyslexia to Your Child" - The Rationale and What to Say

"How to Teach a Dyslexic Child Math" - Anchor Charts, Personal Story, and Techniques

"5 Things Not to Say to Your Child About Dyslexia" - Slideshow

"Diagnosing Dyslexia From Its Strengths" - Looking at Strengths Rather Than Potential Problem-Areas

"Clues to Dyslexia" - Helpful Checklist Categorized by Grade Level

"How to Get The School System To Support Your Child With Dyslexia" - Do's and Don'ts

"Dyslexia: What It Is and Isn't" - Why It Often Gets Confused With Other Learning Difficulties

"Different Types of Dyslexia" - Dyslexia Shows Itself In Many Ways

Giftedness

"20 Tips For Nuturing Gifted Children" - Comprehensive List and Visual Chart Detailing the Differences between High Achievers, Gifted Learners, and Creative Thinkers

"20 Signs Your Child May Be Gifted" - Characteristic Traits

"Characteristics Checklist for Gifted Children" - Looks At a Wide Variety of Skills and Abilities

"Gifted Children's Challenges With Learning and Attention Issues" - The Challenges and How to Help

"Checklist: What to Ask Schools About Twice-Exceptional Kids" - Having Two Learning Identities/Needs

Working Memory/ Processing

"Supporting Students With Working Memory Difficulty" - Overview, What It Looks Like, Strategies and More!

"How Working Memory Games Can Improve Kids' Executive Function in 5 Minutes a Day"

"Primary Characteristics of Students with Intellectual Disabilities" - Academic, Cognitive, Social Performance

"10 Ways IPads Teach Kids with Learning Disabilities" - Thorough List

"Why Does My Child Remember Some Things, But Not What She Studies?" - What is Memory?

"The Impact of LD on Siblings" - Checklist of Helpful Tips

"7 Ways to Help Your Child Cope With Noise Sensitivity" - Slideshow

"Educating Your Child about LD" - The Importance of Readiness

"For A Child With a Learning Disability, There's Such A Thing As Too Much Help" - New York Times

"5 Common Myths About Auditory Processing Disorder" - Debunking the Myths

"Processing Speed: What You Need to Know" - What Is It? What Does it Mean? What Does it Look Like?

"Working Memory: What It Is and How It Works" - Definitions, Examples, Troubles, and How to Help

"5 Ways Kids Use Working Memory to Learn" - List, Take Aways, and How to Help

Multisensory Learning

"Multisensory Instruction: What You Need to Know" - What is It? How does it work? What are the benefits?

"Make Multisensory Learning Materials" - Techniques and Learning Methods

"Garden Math Activities for Kids: Adventures in Learning" - Getting Outdoors and Learning About Math!

"25 Math Activities For Kids Who (Think They) Hate Math" - Multi-sensory Math Ideas

"Math Games for Kids" - So Many Fun and Engaging Ideas!

"Why Kids Need to Move, Touch and Experience to Learn" - A Fascinating Read!

"Sensory Break Ideas" - A List of 40 Explaining What They Are and How to Use Them!

Math Tips

"Wonderful Ipad Apps"- Math and Literacy Apps Recommended by University of Edinburgh

"How Adding Math to a Child's Home Routine Can Advance Achievement" - Informative Article

"Three Top Math Tips For Parents" - CBC News

"At a Glance: 7 Ways Kids With Learning and Attention Issues Can Get Tripped Up By Math Problems"

"Good At Math, Bad At Word Problems: How to Help" - Overviews and Key Take-Aways

"11 Terms to Know if Your Child Struggles with Math" - Colourful List With Thorough Examples

"How Different Learning and Attention Issues Can Cause Trouble With Math - Amazing Chart!

"How Can I Help My Child Use Abstract Thinking In Math" - Using Manipulatives

"Number Sense: What You Need to Know" - Key Take-Aways

"Ready, Set, Play! How Games Can Help Kids Who Struggle in Math" - Different Types of Games

"7 Afterschool Activities That Sneak Math Into Your Child's Day" - Cooking and Much More!

"My Son Writes Numbers Backwards. Why is That, And How Can I Help?" - Multi-Sensory Learning is Key!

"7 Board Games to Help Younger Kids Build Math Skills" - Having Fun While Practicing Math Skills

"How to Help Kids With Tricky Math Homework" - The Do's and Don'ts

"Math Milestones: Math Skills and What to Expect At Different Ages" -Absolutely Amazing Milestone Marker for Every Age/Grade Level

"Questions to Ask At Your Parent-Teacher Conference" - Checklist