Mathematics for Dyslexics: A Teaching Handbook

by Steve Chinn

This book offers a background review of the problems dyslexics face in mathematics, a philosophy of teaching approaches, a diagnostic procedure and practical suggestions on how to teach a range of mathematical topics. Although written by teachers working with pupils aged 10 and above, the level of topic they cover may also be applied to a much younger age group.

Genres: Mathematics

280 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 1993

Reviews

[Niraj Khandwala · Rating 5 out of 5]

A brilliant read for teachers and parents who would be teaching their kids. Lots of methods to teach maths in a simple manner without loosing the key concepts or meaning. Apart from the methods what really stood out from the book are the below quotes :

Margaret Rawson said of teaching English to dyslexics, ‘Teach the language
as it is to the child as he is’. Harry Chasty says, ‘If the child does not learn
the way you teach, then you must teach the way he learns’.

"It is almost certain that the mathematical achievements of pupils diagnosed as
dyslexics will not match their potential. They may be from a wide range of
backgrounds: social, economic, emotional and educational. In many cases, a
child will present with considerable anxieties. The elimination of these anxieties
is an important priority."