Eyes On Learning

12/21/2025

An 8-year-old with no symptoms went in for a routine eye exam ... and it saved her life.

The exam detected a hidden brain tumor just in time for treatment. A powerful reminder that comprehensive eye exams catch more than just vision problems.

Annabeth Baah's optometrist noticed a swollen nerve in her eye. A few weeks later, the seemingly healthy 8-year-old was diagnosed with a brain tumor. She had surgery followed by proton therapy and is back to her old self.

12/19/2025

From blurry shapes to bright smiles! Your baby’s vision changes incredibly fast during their first year.

Curious about what they can actually see right now? Here is a helpful month-by-month guide to understanding their visual development milestones.

Your baby's vision will go from blurry to bright in a few months—but when can newborns see clearly? Read on to better understand your baby's developing vision.

12/17/2025

Did you know that 1 in 5 young children experiences Hyperopia (farsightedness)? While distance vision remains clear, close-up objects—like the words on a page—can appear blurry.

Because hyperopia makes it harder to focus on books and tablets, untreated cases can interfere with a child's ability to learn to read. The good news? It is easily corrected with prescription glasses!

Learn more about common children's vision problems.

Learn about common children’s vision problems and why early screenings and treatment are critical for learning, social development, and lifelong eye health.

12/15/2025

Have you scheduled an eye appointment? Winter break is a great time to have your child's vision checked.

12/13/2025

Sometimes, the clues that a child is struggling to see are subtle. Keep an eye out for these 3 not-so-obvious behaviors:

1️⃣ Losing interest quickly: Avoiding puzzles, coloring, or near-work because it’s physically uncomfortable.

2️⃣ Losing their place: Skipping lines or getting lost while reading.

3️⃣ The Head Tilt: Turning their head to the side to look at something right in front of them.

12/11/2025

Is your child squinting at the TV or their homework?

It could be astigmatism (an imperfection in the eye’s curve). It sounds scary, but it’s super common and easily corrected with glasses!

Astigmatism makes the shape of your eye more curved than it should be. It causes blurred vision at all distances.

12/09/2025

“You’ll poke your eye out!”

We’ve all heard the old warning, but during the holiday rush, it’s easy to overlook safety on the wish list.

Since December is , we’re sharing a pro
tip for those hard-to-resist gifts like light sabers, blasters, or bows: Make safety eyewear a stocking stuffer!

In this season of new toy shopping, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) has declared "Safe Toys Month"—a time to consider safety before you buy.

12/07/2025

Noticed some redness around your little one’s eyes? Parents breaks down the difference between a simple irritation and something that needs a pediatrician's look.

Redness around a baby’s eyes can have many causes, ranging from allergies to bacterial infections to blocked tear ducts. Learn how to spot the cause and treat it.

12/06/2025

When a child can see the board, read a book, and recognize a friend’s smile from across the playground, their world opens up.

Great vision doesn't just help kids learn; it helps build confidence.

12/03/2025

We love this work by the Arizona Lions Vision and Hearing Foundation MD21. Their mobile clinics meet students right at school, providing free exams and glasses to over 2,000 kids so far.

Thank you for helping Arizona students see clearly and learn better!

Children who fail a vision screening are referred to an eye doctor for a complete eye exam to determine if they need glasses or other treatment. But data shows that, in Arizona, most of these children don’t get a follow-up exam, and their vision problems go uncorrected. The Arizona Lions …

12/01/2025

Does your child struggle with messy handwriting? It might not be a lack of effort! Trouble keeping letters the same size or staying between the lines can actually be a sign of a vision issue. When a child's eyes and hands struggle to work together, writing suffers.

If this sounds familiar, it might be time for an eye exam!

11/29/2025

Going for a bike ride? Always wear a helmet and wear sunglasses or glasses to protect your eyes from sun, wind and bugs.