Visual perceptual
skills are the ability to efficiently process visual information. When a child
has visual perceptual problems, it can lead to challenges with writing, eye-hand
coordination tasks, memory and attending to task.
There are a variety
of strategies that may be helpful if visual perceptual skills are challenged.
Here are some:
1)
Limit distractions
2)
Keep the working
surface clear except for paper and pencil
3)
Use a ruler to keep
place when reading
4)
For cutting, outline
shapes/forms with a highlighter
5)
Provide a letterstrip for the student’s desk
6)
Use a word processor
with spell check
7)
Highlight the writing
lines on paper
8)
Try raised lined
paper
9)
Limit writing
requirements
10) Try colored overlays for reading
11) Provide tactile input (writing with
chalk or placing paper over a piece of sandpaper)
12) Practice forming letters in the air
using the pointer finger while eyes are closed
13) Use a slant board for reading and
writing (Click here for instructions to make a slant board)
14) Provide desk copies of notes written on
the board
Thanks for the ideas. I have recently been transitioning from working mostly with adults for a while and I appreciate the ideas. A few of these I am familiar with and have been using but I for one recognize that it is always GREAT to learn and grow by sharing with peers and those with more experience in the different areas of OT. I plan to be at the convention in April and I hope you will be as well. I would love to pick your brain some more. Again thanks for the tips n tricks!
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