Many Nigerian parents worry when their child is labelled a “slow learner.” The good news is that the benefits of abacus for slow learners go far beyond maths — it rebuilds confidence, improves focus, and gives children a fresh start academically. At SIMA Abacus, we have seen children considered “slow” become the best in their class within months.
Slow learning does NOT mean a child is dull. It simply means they need a different approach — and the abacus is one of the most effective tools for that.
1. Abacus Makes Maths Easy to Understand
Slow learners often struggle with abstract concepts. Numbers feel confusing, symbols look intimidating, and explanations move too fast in class.
The abacus solves this by making maths physical.
Children touch the beads… move them… see the numbers… and suddenly everything clicks.
When maths becomes visible and touchable, confidence increases — and fear disappears.
2. It Improves Focus and Concentration
Most children who struggle in school don’t have a learning problem; they have a focus problem.
Abacus training uses repetitive, enjoyable drills that strengthen a child’s ability to:
- Sit still
- Complete a task
- Block out distractions
- Follow patterns
Over time, even hyperactive or easily distracted children begin to concentrate better.
3. Abacus Builds Confidence Through Small Wins
Every bead movement is a small victory. Every correct answer is a celebration.
Slow learners often feel defeated in regular classrooms, but the abacus gives them a chance to shine.
When a child starts performing mental sums that even adults struggle with, their self-esteem skyrockets.
This emotional boost spreads to other subjects — reading, writing, science, and even social interactions.
4. It Encourages Equal Learning Opportunities
In many Nigerian classrooms, lessons move fast and teachers have limited time to give special attention. Slow learners end up left behind.
Abacus training creates:
- A patient learning environment
- Step-by-step teaching
- Repetition for mastery
- Encouragement at every stage
Children learn at their own pace — and still succeed.
5. True Story: How David’s Life Turned Around
David, a 7-year-old in Abuja, disliked maths so much that he hid his homework inside his schoolbag. His teacher complained that he couldn’t remember simple addition.
After joining SIMA Abacus, David suddenly began solving sums mentally.
In his mother’s words:
“I saw confidence I had never seen before. He now raises his hand in class.”
Within one term, the child who once avoided maths became one of the brightest.
This is what the abacus does — it restores hope.