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Dyscalculia
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
A.D.D./ A.D.H.D
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
Anxiety
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
Asperger's Syndrome
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
Autism Spectrum
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
Behaviour and Learning
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
Depression
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
Dyslexia
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
Giftedness
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
Working Memory and Processing
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!
Multisensory Learning
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
Math Tips
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