Dyscalculia is a learning disorder that affects a child's ability to understand and work with numbers. Some of the signs and symptoms that a child may have dyscalculia include:
Difficulty in understanding number concepts, such as counting, place value, and mathematical operations.
Struggles with basic arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Difficulty in memorizing multiplication tables.
Inability to comprehend math symbols or concepts like fractions, decimals, percentages, etc.
Struggles in sequencing numbers or ordering numbers.
Difficulty in telling time or understanding the concept of time.
Trouble in following mathematical procedures, steps, and instructions.
Inability to understand money and its concepts like calculating change or making transactions.
Difficulty in estimating or comparing numbers or amounts.
Trouble in solving word problems or applying math skills to real-world situations.
It is important to note that each child is unique, and not all children with dyscalculia may exhibit all of these signs and symptoms. If you suspect your child has dyscalculia, it is important to seek professional evaluation and support from a qualified healthcare provider or learning specialist