Make the eyewear journey fun,
one book at a time
Sharing a story with your child is a powerful way to connect, and the right book can transform an anxious experience (such as like getting glasses or an eye patch for the first time) into a positive adventure.
The children’s books about glasses, eye patches and eye examinations reviewed here are chosen to help normalise the experience. They explain eye exams in a friendly way and build confidence for the journey ahead. As both a parent and an optometrist, I’ve selected stories that I believe will support your child. I hope you find the perfect one to read together.
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Featured Books
Book Reviews by Age Group
Toddlers (Age 1-3 years)
Hey Duggee and The Glasses Badge
Mole dreams of being a stunt performer, but cannot see well enough to do his dream job because his glasses keep falling off. Duggee and Squirrels help save the day.
A simple, effective and empowering book regarding a toddler wearing an eye patch and glasses. Highly recommended.
An interactive lift-the-flap book that normalises wearing glasses and shows the challenge of losing them.
Pre-School (3-5 years)
Arlo Needs Glasses (2012 Hardback Edition)
Arlo the dog visits the optometrist in this interactive adventure. This book normalises glasses wear and also introduces concepts of the eye test and what glasses are for.
Hey Duggee and The Glasses Badge
Mole dreams of being a stunt performer, but cannot see well enough to do his dream job because his glasses keep falling off. Duggee and Squirrels help save the day.
Peppa thinks that her vision isn’t as good as it should be so Mummy Pig takes her for an eye test. This book introduces many key concepts about glasses.
Becca transforms her need to wear a patch as a reason to be creative with her appearance and leads to a wide range of role play activities.
A funny and charming story about overcoming vanity to accept your first pair of glasses. Helps to normalise glasses wear and what they can do to help your vision.
A diverse and inclusive guide explaining various childhood eye conditions, written by an optometrist. Suitable for all ages.
Infant School (5-7 years)
Rex hates wearing his glasses and will do anything to avoid wearing them – until his glasses help him make friends and win a gold star.
Becca transforms her need to wear a patch as a reason to be creative with her appearance and leads to a wide range of role play activities.
A funny and charming story about overcoming vanity to accept your first pair of glasses. Helps to normalise glasses wear and what they can do to help your vision.
A diverse and inclusive guide explaining various childhood eye conditions, written by an optometrist. Suitable for all ages.
Junior School (7-11 years)
A diverse and inclusive guide explaining various childhood eye conditions, written by an optometrist. Suitable for all ages.
Secondary School (11+)
A diverse and inclusive guide explaining various childhood eye conditions, written by an optometrist. Suitable for all ages.
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