This Summer You Can Count On Lindamood-Bell
Mason’s mom wanted to get help right away when she saw that her son was struggling in school. Lindamood-Bell instruction not only improved his reading ability but also his confidence and self-esteem. Watch her describe her son’s learning journey. When school’s out, your family can count on Lindamood-Bell to help your child meet their…
“Our dream came true!”
Steven’s parents, Vanessa and Angel, learned early in the school year that it was challenging for their son to keep up in a large, accelerated kindergarten classroom. When extra tutoring and reading time at home was not helping, they turned to Lindamood-Bell to get their young son’s reading on track. Parents get help to put…
Instruction Based on a Theory of Cognition
At Lindamood-Bell, our instructional approach aligns with a specific theory of cognition known as Dual Coding Theory (DCT). In this article, we’ll explore DCT and its practical applications in teaching, showing how a cognitive approach can boost literacy and comprehension. The Imagery-Language Connection for Literacy The following section is excerpted from Visualizing and Verbalizing®…
A Student’s Inspiring Journey from Dyslexia to the Miss America Pageant | Lindamood-Bell Radio
Miss Massachusetts 2024, Kiersten Khoury, was diagnosed with dyslexia as a child. Her journey with Lindamood-Bell began in fifth grade, where she received support as a student. Today, she uses her platform to champion literacy and inspire others on their reading journeys. As Miss Massachusetts, Kiersten will proudly represent her state at the Miss America…
Upcoming Conferences and Presentations
CARSplus 2025 Annual Special Education Convention Location: Sacramento Double Tree, 2001 Point West Way, Sacramento, CA 95185 Dates: February 21-22, 2025 Presenters: Erika Blackwell, Regional Director for Lindamood-Bell for Schools Presentation Description: To engage in a communicating world, students must effectively comprehend language yet many curricula treat language comprehension as a byproduct of background knowledge…
Why is My Child Struggling with Math?
If your child struggles with math, you’re not alone. Many children find math difficult, but for some, these challenges are especially persistent and can impact their confidence and performance in school. At Lindamood-Bell, we understand that math challenges are often tied to how individuals process numbers, which requires specific cognitive skills. While each child’s struggles…
Real Simple Magazine Spotlights Lindamood-Bell Student’s Path to Success
In the December 2024 issue of Real Simple, Ruth Gentry shares how adopting Sammy, a disabled rescue dog, transformed her son Roan’s life. Sammy’s resilience and Roan’s bond with him helped them navigate challenges. Roan struggled with learning and emotional issues, unable to read by age seven until he was diagnosed with dyslexia in…
Summer Savings on Your First Week of Instruction!
Summer spots are filling fast! Enroll by December 23, 2024, and receive a 10% discount off the first week of instruction. Instruction must be completed by January 31, 2025. Catch Up or Get Ahead Instruction at Lindamood-Bell is always individualized to meet the needs of each student. Students who are currently struggling with…
Effective Reading Comprehension Strategies for Student Success
Reading comprehension requires the ability to understand and interpret text including using key skills like memory, vocabulary, and critical thinking. Some traditional teaching methods may address these areas, however, Lindamood-Bell’s unique sensory-cognitive approach focuses on explicitly developing concept imagery—the ability to create an imaged gestalt (whole) from oral and written language. Concept imagery is…
From Our Families to Yours: Parent Insights on Online Instruction
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In this episode, we discuss the impact of Lindamood-Bell’s online instruction through a parent testimonial and a look at student success data. Alyson, a dedicated mom, shares her story of how Lindamood-Bell’s online program helped her energetic kindergartener make significant strides in reading and spelling. Paul Worthington, Lindamood-Bell’s Director of Research and Development, also…