Depending on where you live, your local school district may require a comprehensive eye exam before your child starts their formal schooling. However, since kids are naturally apprehensive about new experiences, you might be worried about how they will react during the appointment. Here are three things to explain to your kids about eye exams and why.  1. Eye Health Is Important In the days leading up to your little one's first vision exam, talk with them about why eye health is important in the first place.