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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Dyslexia specifically has an issue with instruction that have 3 or more steps.[/quote]

This is OP. Yes, I'm asking to see if this is common with school tablet use, because I do hear about dyslexia, ADHD, but don't really have experience with it and haven't gotten 7 yo tested for anything. The tip to use a piece of paper to cover the other questions is a good one, I'll pass that on and see if that helps.[/quote]

Nothing you have said would worry me.  DS is similar in age and has similar problems at times (though not all the time).  He is a very high academic performer generally but will make mistakes he should not, often as a result of failing to read carefully.  I perceive the issue to be one of stamina to read all directions, understand the problem, then proceed, and finally to check one's answer.  At seven years old, that level of concentration is not fully formed.  It takes practice.  Depending on the kid's mood, you will also see better or worse performance at different times.  The iPad is probably just more interesting, so your child is less resistant to putting in the effort needed.  (I find the iPad bashing off point too.)[/quote]

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