Specialists have discovered several facts about reading abilities. Left-handedness or eye dominance does not affect reading skills. Children with disabilities may experience spatial or directional disorientation when reading. Maturation lag can cause reading delays, and IQ is correlated with reading ability. Successful reading requires visual and auditory sharpness to integrate words and sounds. Physical, psychological, environmental, and socioeconomic factors can also influence reading.

2. “ You can find magic
wherever you look. Sit back
and relax, all you need is a
book “
Dr. Seuss

3. facts discovered by
specialist

4. being a left-handed or left eye dominant does'nt
affect the ability to read
handicapped children may display spatial or
directional disorientation (directional dyslexia)

5. f and t
p and b
g and d

6. maturation lag is a cause of reading retardation
high IQ = higher reading skills
low IQ = lower reading skills

7. The basic to success in reading are the ff.:
visual sharpness of the eye for integrating
images well
auditory sharpness with clear hearing of the
sounds of words

8. reading and language are closely related
reading and listening (particularly sounds of
words) are closely related too

10. Physical
 visual and auditory faculty defects
 short-sightedness
 far-sightedness
 physical discomfort
 headache, stomach ache
 hunger, thirst

11. Psychological
 lack of self confidence
 shyness
 feelings of rejection
 conflict with parents or peers

12. Environmental
 conditions at home and school
 poor room lighting
 poor ventilation
 seating arrangement

13. Socio-economic
 poverty
 sensationalism and retrogressive literacy
 policies and programs of government and school