About the video
In this video, parents and caregivers will discover practical ways to support children with learning disabilities (LDs) as they develop math skills and confidence. Supporting Students with LDs in Math: A Parent’s Guide explores how home routines, everyday activities, and open communication with educators can strengthen learning.
Viewers will learn about:
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How the Ontario math curriculum encourages both skill-building and flexible thinking
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Simple strategies for helping children practice and talk about math at home
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The value of real-life math experiences — from cooking and shopping to measuring and budgeting
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How to use tools, games, and conversation to make math fun and accessible
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Ways to collaborate with teachers and use the Individual Education Plan (IEP) effectively
This video reminds families that math learning doesn’t have to be stressful — it can be engaging, creative, and connected to daily life.
Powered by LDAO:
This video is brought to you by LD@school, a signature initiative of the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO), a registered charity and provincial leader in inclusive and accessible education.
For over 60 years, LDAO has supported children, youth, and adults with learning disabilities (LDs) and related conditions such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Designed for educators, LD@school provides evidence-based and practice-informed resources, along with classroom-ready strategies to help Ontario teachers create equitable, accessible learning environments for students with LDs, ADHD, and other learning differences.
LDAO also offers other signature platforms, including TA@l’école (for French-language educators), LD@home (for families), and LD@work for adults and employers), supporting the LD community across the lifespan.