
Dyscalculia
Dyscalculia is a learning disability in math. It makes it hard to work with and make sense of numbers. Learn more about dyscalculia and why people have trouble with math. Discover ways to help.
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Dyscalculia can show up in many ways and in many situations. Find out how this common learning difference can impact kids in everyday life, as well as in school.
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