Does Your Child Struggle with Math? Warrenton Math Tutoring by Atypical Learning

Does Your Child Struggle with Math? It seems like kids either love math or want to avoid it. For some, it can be a frustrating subject. It is important to recognize the signs of math learning challenges and understand how timely support and intervention can make a lasting difference. At Atypical Learning we can assess math challenges and provide the necessary interventions for grades 1 - 7. See the Services tab on the website for more information about testing for math difficulties.

Understanding Math Challenges in Children

Some children experience consistent difficulties with foundational math skills. These may include:

• Number sense problems – Trouble understanding quantity, place value, or number relationships.
  

• Difficulty remembering math facts – Struggling with addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division facts.
  

• Poor mental math skills – Challenges with calculating in their head or estimating.
  

• Word problem confusion – Trouble understanding what a question is asking or how to begin solving it.
  

• Disorganized work habits – Difficulty keeping numbers aligned, completing multi-step problems, or following procedures.

These challenges often lead to frustration, low self-esteem, and a tendency to avoid math tasks altogether. In classroom settings, the child may seem disengaged or anxious during math instruction, and may need repeated instructions, or might rely heavily on peers or adults to complete tasks. While these issues can stem from a variety of causes—such as dyscalculia, ADHD, or gaps in instruction—the result is the same: the child falls further behind as math concepts build on one another. Summer is a great time to work on math skills.

Every child deserves to feel capable and confident in their learning. For children with math challenges, summer intervention isn’t just about catching up—it’s about changing their trajectory. With the right support, they can enter the next school year feeling more prepared, more confident, and more positive about math.

If you’re noticing signs of math difficulties in your child, now is the time to act. A summer math intervention could make all the difference.

Warrenton Math Tutoring by Atypical Learning