of learning occurs through vision
of children have vision problems
of struggling readers have undetected vision issues
success rate with early intervention
Objects far away appear blurry. Common signs include squinting at the blackboard, sitting too close to screens, and difficulty with outdoor activities.
Close objects appear blurry. Signs include eye strain, headaches during reading, and difficulty focusing on near tasks.
Irregular cornea shape causes blurred vision at all distances. Children may tilt their head or complain of eye strain.
One eye has reduced vision. Early detection before age 7 is crucial for successful treatment. May be accompanied by crossed eyes.
Poor vision can reduce reading speed by 30% and comprehension by 40%
Vision problems can lead to a 2-3 grade level lag in reading and writing
Poor vision can affect sports participation and social interaction
Undetected vision problems can lead to frustration and decreased confidence
Begins to focus on objects 8-10 inches away, follows moving objects
Develops color vision, improved focusing, better eye coordination
Improved hand-eye coordination, depth perception development
Fine-tuning of visual abilities, recognition of shapes and objects
Visual acuity approaches 20/20, critical period for amblyopia treatment