Dyscalculia

She may not have an LD but just struggle with concepts. You can have her tested by the school but if she consistantly tests high, it could be difficult getting her help. You might also try private tutoring such as Sylvan or other private tutoring. They often do testing to determine where soneone needs help.

Hi Julie,
It’s definitely not too late to have her evaluated.
I run a Forum for Dyscalculia, which you might like to visit.
Her mixing up of the order of letters, suggests that she may have visual-spatial difficulties?
Which is a major factor in Dyscalculia. This effects the ability remember and recall the sequential processes involved high school maths. Where equations and formulas need to be recalled and applied.
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Geoff,

I agree with pp’s advice. Not all learning disabilities are picked up when they are little. Sometimes, it shows up when the work gets harder in middle school or high school.

I also agree the school might not cooperate. Kids actually need to fail classes first, then get the evaluation done. Maybe private tutoring will help or other learning assessments by learning centers can be done if the school will not do an evaluation on her. Let us know what happens.

Hi Julie,

I’m from the UK where dyscalculia is only just beginning to get the attention it deserves. One of the experts on the subject in London is Jane Emerson: You can view a good introduction to dyscalculia by here at a site on learning difficulties: [url]http://www.dystalk.com[/url]

You can see her talk here: [url]http://www.dystalk.com/talks/32-an-introduction-to-dyscalculia[/url]

I certainly found it a useful starting point for understanding the condition.

C.
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