Description
Book SynopsisThe use of coloured overlays on text can improve reading in certain individuals, including children. They have been shown to reduce fatigue and increase fluency and can be used with both dyslexic and non--dyslexic children and adults.
Trade Review??wide spectrum of readership has been addressed?optometrists will welcome this concise book?? (Optician, 13th August, 2004)
??I commend it to anyone involved in working with children and adults experiencing difficulties in learning to read?? (The Psychology of Education Review, August 04)
Table of ContentsAbout the Author.
About this Book.
Acknowledgements.
Declaration.
1: Prologue -
Sam's story.
2: In the beginning.
3: What is visual stress?
4: Professionals responsible for eye care and vision.
5: The eye and visual pathways.
6: Why we see the world in colour.
7: What are coloured overlays?
8: How do we know that coloured overlays work?
9: An illustrative case history: David's story.
10: How to test whether overlays will be helpful.
11: How to test using overlays: a guide for teachers.
12: Overlays and classroom management.
13: Use of computers.
14: Meares-Irlen syndrome and dyslexia.
15: Coloured glasses.
16: Why do coloured overlays and lenses work?
17: Frequently asked questions.
18: Support groups.
19: What the future should bring.
20: An Epilogue from Sam's mother.
References.
Index.
