The degree to which the eyes work together as a team. A problem in this area often manifests as general clumsiness on the playground, in squinting, blinking and extreme postures, and in poorer than expected pencil and crayon work. Immediate referral to an optometrist for a thorough visual analysis is essential. The integration of the eyes and the hands as paired learning tools. Difficulties in this area of visual performance will be noted in the child's dependence on his hand for inspection and exploration of objects and materials.
Paperwork often shows an inability to stay within the lines.
Visual form perception - A derived skill that allows the child to distinguish visible likenesses and differences, understand visual information and act accordingly. Problems in the refractive status area cause distortions or inadequacies in visual perception that can greatly diminish the child's comprehension process, and they require immediate clinical attention. To help you identify learners with visual problems, three observation tests are described in the following section. These tests can be used for learners of all ages, although testing before Grade 4 is preferable. Once a potential visual problem has been identified, the recommended course of action is to consult the child's parents and then, with their consent, to arrange an appointment with an optometrist.