Did you know that 80% of learning is visual? Yet one out of four children in the U.S. has an undiagnosed visual problem that impacts his or her learning? Many of these kids are diagnosed or misdiagnosed as having learning disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder, dyslexia, or poor motivation. In addition, 70% of patients who have […]
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Why visualizing images is so important for young readers, and how to foster the skill
Washington Post writer, Danna Lorch, writes a wonderful article about “Why visualizing images is so important for young readers, and how to foster the skill”. My first award-winning book, See It. Say It. Do It! explores the power of visualizing for kids…not only for reading but also for spelling, math, creative writing, sports, stress management, etc. […]
Visualization – A Multi-sensory approach-Recorded presentation
LEARN How to enhance #visualization and imagery skills Imagery strategies for: reading, comprehension, spelling, math facts, sports, relaxation, and more How to have fun while creating and experiencing imagery
The Power of Visualization: Transformative Techniques for Struggling Learning
This is a summary of one of her three sessions from the event, all of which center around her steadfast belief in the power of visualization, and which illustrate the three step model she developed – “See It. Say It. Do It!” – which she says can be applied not just in a learning or […]
School’s not out forever: Why ‘back-to-school’ exams are crucial this year
Back to school eye exams are important for ensuring not only overall healthy visual function but also that students understand the importance of adhering to good eye health hygiene and are appropriately seeking care when issues do arise, such as red or pink eyes.
Visualization – A Multi-sensory Approach- Video presentation-Part 1
Experience the power of a multi-sensory approach to visualization utilizing seeing, hearing, touch, smell and taste imagery as well as body sensation. Beneficial for your patients, family and self!
Dr. Lynn Hellerstein – Vision & Learning Video at SECO
Dr. Lynn Hellerstein – Vision & Learning Video at SECO
Frequency of Visual Deficits in Children With Developmental Dyslexia
There is an unmistakable association with vision problems, not corrected with glasses or contacts alone, involving binocular vision, oculomotor, accommodation and visual processing linked with children who have […]
Get IEP Help- Live Interview with Dr. Lynn Hellerstein
Get IEP Help Live! guest is Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, author of “See It, Say It, Do It,” and a pioneer in vision therapy & developmental optometry.
Child Decoded- Great Reference!
The lead editor of this helpful “owner’s manual” for parents serving as effective advocates for their child is Robin E McEvoy, a developmental neuropsychologist practicing in Denver, Colorado.