Dyscalculia Demystified

Dyscalculia is often described as "Math Dyslexia".  When the capability of a child far out reaches a child's level of achievement, learning disorders are often suspected.  In the case of Mathematics, this is typically called Dyscalculia.  Here, children have a inability to connect the dots when it comes to math concepts, most notably regarding number sense.  Children dealing with Dyscalculia may also have issues with sense of time and sense of direction.  The following article, from the National Center for Learning Disabilities, provides a detailed explanation of Dyscalculia.