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4 Surprising Benefits of Kite Flying for Kids' Eye Health

Updated: Jan 14

Sankranti is a time for celebration and one of the most popular activities during this festival is kite flying. Not only is it a fun and engaging activity, but it also has a lot of benefits for children's eye health.

In this blog, we will explore how kite flying can help improve focus, concentration, and depth perception. Watch video here

It will also highlight, how Sankranti is a perfect time to take your kids outside and fly kites, not only it will be a great time for bonding but also for their eye health.
Kite Flying
Kite Flying

The Hindu festival of Sankranti is a time of celebration. One of the most popular activities during this festival is kite flying. The bright colours of the kites and the joy of watching them soar through the sky make kite flying a fun and engaging activity for people of all ages.


Do you know kite flying can also be beneficial for your child's eye health?


1. Improved concentration:

Person flies a kite in a wide open field at sunset, with a clear blue sky above. The scene is peaceful and serene.
Improved Concentration

As your child watches the kite fly in the sky, their eyes have to adjust to different distances and angles, which can help to improve focus and concentration. The constant tracking of the movement of the kite (from near to far distance) also helps to strengthen the eye muscles, which can improve overall visual acuity. This can be particularly beneficial for people with conditions such as amblyopia, also known as "lazy eye," which affects the ability of the eyes to work together.


2. Improved depth perception:

Hands hold a kite string on a spool against a clear blue sky, with a colorful kite flying in the distance, creating a serene mood.
Improved Depth Perception

Kite flying is also a great way to improve depth perception. Children often have trouble judging distances, and kite flying can help them to train their eyes to better judge distances, which can be beneficial for activities such as sports and even driving in the future.


3. Reduced near work:

Sankranti is a great time to take a break from screens and spend time outdoors with family and friends. Studies have shown that spending time in nature (targeting far/distant targets) can be beneficial for the eyes, as it can help reduce eye strain and improve overall visual acuity.


4. Improved hand-eye coordination:

A boy in a blue shirt flies a colorful box kite under a cloudy sky. Other kites are visible in the background. The mood is joyful.
Better Hand-Eye Co-ordination

Additionally, kite flying can also be a way to improve hand-eye coordination. As you fly a kite, you need to coordinate the movement of your hands with the movement of your eyes, which can help to improve the coordination between your hands and eyes.


In conclusion, kite flying is a fun and engaging activity that can be beneficial for your child's eye health. It can help improve focus, concentration, and depth perception. Remember to wear sunglasses and enjoy the beautiful nature!

Sankranti is a perfect time to take your kids outside and fly kites, not only it will be a great time for bonding but also for their eyes.

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Dr Gunjan Deshpande

Consultant Ophthalmologist & Glaucoma Surgeon based in Nagpur, she actively blogs about glaucoma, eye health, life style modifications and ocular diseases.

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