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Unlocking the World of Visual Perception: A Guide for Parents

Children sit on a wooden floor playing with a puzzle.
08/09/2023

“Visual perception becomes a beacon of hope and a source of enhanced learning and understanding.”

Our visual perception acts as a superhero, deciphering the world around us by processing the information our eyes provide to our brains.

Visual perception takes on an even more profound role for children with intellectual impairments. These impairments encompass various conditions, including developmental disabilities, learning disorders, and cognitive challenges.

While the nature and severity of these impairments vary greatly, they often lead to difficulties processing and understanding information from the world around them. In such cases, the superheroic nature of visual perception becomes a beacon of hope and a source of enhanced learning and understanding.

What Happens When Visual Perception is Neglected?

Children may face challenges when visual perception skills remain unattended, including anxiety, attention deficits, frustration, and avoidance behaviours. Early intervention and nurturing these skills can make a difference in a child’s development.

Recognising the importance of visual perception and providing early intervention and nurturing for these skills can make a significant difference in a child’s development.

It can empower them to confidently navigate the visual world, engage actively in learning and play, and build a foundation for future success. By addressing these skills, we open doors to a world of opportunities, helping children make the tools they need to thrive in an increasingly visually oriented-society.

The guides below delve into the significance, key considerations, and suggestions to foster visual perception abilities:

By Nuramirah Ismail and Loke Angie

EIP Teachers

At Taarana School, we understand the power of visual perception and its impact on a child’s life. With awareness and guidance, we can help parents empower these exceptional young minds to thrive in a world of possibilities.