I was about 10 years old when I got my first Kindle and it was an absolute game changer for me! Being able to change the font size and spacing between the lines was amazing since I had visual convergence issues - basically if things were too small I would see double of them since my brain couldn't make it into one image. My vision therapy doctor recommended finding books with larger print (which is why my mom initially bought me a Kindle) and it helped so much since large print books can be so expensive! I know that you can do similar things on other digital devices, by the Kindle's e-ink display screen and Open Dyslexic font also really helped to reduce eye strain for me.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comments. I'm so glad that the Kindle has made book content so accessible for you. I imagine that along with being expensive, large print books can be really big and bulky, and no matter the font size, a Kindle is always just the size of a Kindle. 🤗
This such a helpful video! I am sold on purchasing a Kindle for my 10 year old son who is starting Year 6 (American Grade 5) this September and actually has a book list! He has inattentive type ADHD, and although he is generally a good reader, focusing on longer chapter books can be a challenge.
Thanks, Danielle! I’m trying to snag one during the Prime Day deals. 🤗 If it is possible, if you have any other tips for neurodivergent/struggling readers (perhaps another video or videos 🤞🏾😊), it would be hugely appreciated.
One of the problems Ive always had with reading book’s growing up was comprehending what I was reading. And I still have a little bit of it here and there. But I have learned through the years to take my time when reading and maybe reading a page 2 or 3 times to make sure I understand what I’m reading.
This is a great point, Jeffrey. When you're reading a physical book, slowing down is a great technique for understanding more difficult texts. When you're reading on a Kindle, this is where the look-up features like the dictionary and Wikipedia can be really helpful.
The only other problem I had reading was the white paper of the books, and even the white background of the e readers when they first came out. I was so thankful when they came out with the dark mode on my iPhone and iPad . Now I can read a whole lot better with the dark background.
I was about 10 years old when I got my first Kindle and it was an absolute game changer for me! Being able to change the font size and spacing between the lines was amazing since I had visual convergence issues - basically if things were too small I would see double of them since my brain couldn't make it into one image. My vision therapy doctor recommended finding books with larger print (which is why my mom initially bought me a Kindle) and it helped so much since large print books can be so expensive! I know that you can do similar things on other digital devices, by the Kindle's e-ink display screen and Open Dyslexic font also really helped to reduce eye strain for me.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comments. I'm so glad that the Kindle has made book content so accessible for you. I imagine that along with being expensive, large print books can be really big and bulky, and no matter the font size, a Kindle is always just the size of a Kindle. 🤗
This such a helpful video! I am sold on purchasing a Kindle for my 10 year old son who is starting Year 6 (American Grade 5) this September and actually has a book list! He has inattentive type ADHD, and although he is generally a good reader, focusing on longer chapter books can be a challenge.
I’m so glad that this was helpful. Best of luck to your kiddo. 🥰 Thanks for watching.
Thanks, Danielle! I’m trying to snag one during the Prime Day deals. 🤗 If it is possible, if you have any other tips for neurodivergent/struggling readers (perhaps another video or videos 🤞🏾😊), it would be hugely appreciated.
Did you see the sales?!! There are some GREAT deals on Kindles!
One of the problems Ive always had with reading book’s growing up was comprehending what I was reading. And I still have a little bit of it here and there. But I have learned through the years to take my time when reading and maybe reading a page 2 or 3 times to make sure I understand what I’m reading.
This is a great point, Jeffrey. When you're reading a physical book, slowing down is a great technique for understanding more difficult texts. When you're reading on a Kindle, this is where the look-up features like the dictionary and Wikipedia can be really helpful.
The only other problem I had reading was the white paper of the books, and even the white background of the e readers when they first came out. I was so thankful when they came out with the dark mode on my iPhone and iPad . Now I can read a whole lot better with the dark background.
Yes!!! I LOVE the warm light and dark mode features for this reason! The white background makes my eyes tired.
Just sent this to your baby girl!!!!
I thought about y’all when I was doing my research. I really wonder if she would benefit from using Open Dyslexic.
Excellent! I shared on facebook for my many teacher friends and ND friends and parents.
Thank you, my friend. I really appreciate your support. 🤗
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Awesome tips!
Thank you!! I hope that people find some of them helpful.