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Learning how to tell the time can be a challenge for dyslexic children. They can struggle to understand the analog clock and learn how to tell the time. Here are 3 reasons why dyslexic kids might struggle to tell the time:
- Analog Clocks Confusing: Many clocks use analog faces with hands, which can be tricky for dyslexic children. They might have trouble, telling the difference between the minute hand and the hour hand.
- Struggles with Numbers: Children with dyslexia can struggle with the order of numbers and sequences. Understanding how the hands of the clock link to the numbers can be confusing. They may even have time blindness “dyschronometria”.
- Colours Can Helps: Dyslexic kids think best in pictures and colours. By using different coloured numbers, hands and sections on clocks. It can help them understand how the clock is organised.
For top tips on helping a dyslexic child learn to tell the time, watch the video below.
Top 5 Learn time essentials starting at £20
To help a dyslexic child practice learning to tell the time, check out these top 5 essentials.
1. Coloured Anolg Clock: Dyslexic kids think best in colours. This clock is coloured coded and the hands are labelled to make telling the time easier. Shop now Oyster&Pop Kids Wall Clock
2. Time Activity Set: This fun kit is used in schools and will help you teach a child how to learn to tell the time at home. Shop now Learning Resources Time Activity Set
3. Learn to tell the time activity book: This activity book can be used for children of all ages who are struggling to tell the time. It is the same type of book that is used in schools. Shop now Telling the Time Ages 5-7
5. Colourful cardboard activity clock: This fun clock is less than £5. It has movable hands, perfect for dyslexic kids who learn best by being able to touch and hold. Shop now Morgans Direct Education Clock
5. Colour changing alarm clock: This fun clock is perfect for kids who struggle to tell the time. It changes colour to show then when it is time to get out of bed in the morning. Shop now I·CODE Time to Wake Kids Alarm Clock
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- Dyslexia and time blindless
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