With respect to vision changes, it's true that changes can occur at any time, and reading can impact that. My DD went through a year of reading frustration around 6-7, and ended up in a mild Rx glasses for eye fatigue during that time. She wanted to read more advanced text, but her stamina was low, particularly as text got smaller. After a year, however, she was stronger and didn't need glasses any more. Had her checked by a developmental optometrist after that period, and all was well.

ETA She to this day does not read as voraciously as her brother, and that is okay. I wish she were willing to enjoy some of the books he has, but she is selective and has other interests.

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