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Reading Disabilities
The ability to read is fundamental to success, but obtaining meaning from printed words, even at the most basic level, is more complex than many of us think
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Writing Disabilities
Writing is the most complex use of language, so it's no surprise that most people find it difficult. Unfortunately, some student writers struggle inordinately to put clear thoughts on paper
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Math Disabilities
Once considered a subject that could be failed or skipped with little consequence, math has become critically important to our society —as have math-related disabilities
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Attention Disabilities
Books, Web sites and articles about math disabilities
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Understanding and Recognizing
When seeking help for a child who is struggling in school, parents invariably ask, "What can I do?" Often, the best first step is to take the time to learn more about various learning problems so that you might better understand, recognize, and ultimately respond to your child's specific struggles and needs. This section outlines important aspects of four basic skills: what it takes to exhibit them well, where and when developmental breakdowns occur, and how to recognize problems early.
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