Keep little eyes SHARP
It is rather obvious to state that if you can’t see well, you can’t learn well. And yet, few parents have their children’s eyes thoroughly tested before school. Here’s what the experts say…
From age 6 you should have your child’s eyes tested every 24 months, by a qualified optometrist.
If you pick up any concerns earlier than this, you should also act immediately. Tell-tale signs that your child may have vision problems include:
• Straining their eyes, tilting their head or closing one eye to read, watch TV or see more clearly.
• Losing their place while reading, or using a finger to guide their eyes.
• Consistently sitting too close to the TV or holding a book too close.
• Avoiding activities that require near vision, such as reading or homework, or distance vision, such as participating in sports or other recreational activities.
• Avoiding using a computer or tablet because it hurts their eyes.
• Sensitivity to light and/or excessive tearing.
• Falling behind in school.
• Complaining of headaches or tired eyes and frequent eye-rubbing.
• The presence of a ”turn” in the
