All posts by Julie Gisbon

Real Simple Magazine Spotlights Lindamood-Bell Student’s Path to Success

Instruction, Learning Centers, Online,

 

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 April 2023. Ruth enrolled Roan in Lindamood-Bell online instruction, where Sammy provided steady support during his daily sessions.

Now, Roan’s confidence has grown, his behavioral issues have improved, and he reads to Sammy each night. Ruth’s story of growth and resilience is shared on TikTok and Instagram, showcasing the profound impact of Sammy’s companionship and Lindamood-Bell’s instruction.

 

Watch Roan read aloud from the Real Simple article about him and Sammy!

 

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In a poignant moment from the article, Ruth shares a memory that captures the deep bond between Roan and Sammy:

Then one morning. Ruth came downstairs to find her boy and her dog on the couch. “Roan was literally asleep on top of Sammy,” she says. “I just broke down crying. I told myself, I can’t give up on him.” She took Sammy to the UC Davis veterinary hospital, where she learned he had a congenital anomaly affecting his kneecaps. A vet suggested a wheelchair and physical therapy. Sammy got his wheels and took off running, Ruth says. So did Roan, who was diagnosed with dyslexia at age 7 and started intensive tutoring with Sammy at his side. Now Roan and the Insta-famous Sammy (@sammys_chariot_of_fire) read together every night. (Excerpt from Real Simple, “The Lab Mix with Wheels & a Penchant for Story Time” December 2024)

 

Watch more of this family’s inspiring story!

 

Get in touch to learn more about online instruction with Lindamood-Bell. 

 

Education Personalized for Your Child:
Lindamood-Bell Academy

Academy, Specials,

Enroll now and receive 25% off a month of tuition.* 

 

At Lindamood-Bell Academy, we tailor a live-online or in-person learning program to provide a flexible and engaging option for the 2024-25 school year.

Our personalized approach to school can be ideal for many students. Our Academy is the only school that provides reading, comprehension, and skills development at the sensory-cognitive level. With your student’s improved foundation, we apply those skills to the curriculum for maximum success.

For over thirty years, we have believed passionately that all children can learn to their full potential. Our dedicated teachers genuinely engage with their students, and as a result, our students enjoy academic growth, create social connections, and develop a love of learning. 

See how Academy can be the school that helps your child learn, thrive, and experience success in both school and life.

 

We’re ready to customize a program that works best for your child and family.

Call 800-300-1818 to learn more or get in touch to enroll. 

 

*Must enroll for the remainder of the school year through May 2025. Discount will be applied to the final month of tuition. The offer expires on December 31, 2024.

Learning Success with Small Group Instruction

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At our Learning Center, we believe every individual can learn to read and comprehend to their potential—and now, achieving learning success is more affordable than ever. With small group instruction, available exclusively during the school year, you can help your student build essential reading and comprehension skills while saving over 40% compared to one-to-one instruction.

“I love reading…well, now I do!” – A third grader after group instruction at her school

Call Us to Get Started – (800) 300-1818

 

Why Choose Small Group Instruction?

Group instruction is a proven, cost-effective option that provides Lindamood-Bell quality and results. Here’s why ours stands out:

  • Personalized Attention
    Small groups of just 2-3 students per instructor ensure your child receives focused, individualized support.
  • Flexible Scheduling
    Choose the schedule that works best for your family: two to four sessions per day, five days a week.
  • Evidence-Based Instruction
    Your student will be guided by trained Lindamood-Bell consultants and clinicians, using the evidence-based methods we use in our renowned one-to-one instruction.
  • Convenient Options
    Participate in-person at our Learning Center or live-online, so your child can learn from the comfort of home or on the go.
  • Significant Savings
    Enjoy the same high-quality instruction while saving over 40%—a smart choice for families seeking effective solutions at an affordable rate.

 

Spots Are Limited—Enroll Today!

Our small group instruction is available only during the school year, and spaces fill quickly. Don’t miss this chance to give your child the tools they need to excel.

Special Education Administrators share best practices in the Science of Reading

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We’re excited to invite you to an informative pre-conference workshop at the national CASE Conference in Savannah, Georgia, on November 6.

 

Workshop: Scaling Up a District-Wide Literacy Intervention
Topic: Building Structures to Support Special Education Teachers in Implementing with Fidelity and Closing Gaps
Time: 9:00 – 11:30 A.M.

 

Jennifer Thompson, IRR Instructional Coordinator with Fulton County School District’s Services for Exceptional Children, will share insights from the district’s seven-year collaboration with Lindamood-Bell. 

Beginning in 2017, Fulton County Schools, a district of 90,000 students, began scaling up a district-wide literacy initiative to respond to the lack of consistent reading instruction by their special educators. The district selected a program focused on developing the underlying sensory-cognitive functions students need to learn to read. Over time, and through the pandemic, the district created structures in real-time in response to the needs of students, teachers, and district leadership that have resulted in identifiable changes in the performance of special education students’ reading scores, including in the district’s most struggling schools.

This presentation will outline why Fulton County determined the need to change its literacy instructional practices for special education students, what it wanted from a literacy professional development provider, who it identified as the necessary stakeholders, how it supported them in their roles, and how the implementation has continued to evolve from the initial design. Data showing Fulton County’s special education students’ positive growth in closing the reading gap with their general education peers will be shared.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear how the district successfully scaled up this important initiative! 

 

Unable to attend?
If you’re interested in learning more about this initiative and its positive impact on struggling readers, please reach out to Dave Kiyvyra, Director of Development at Lindamood-Bell for Schools, at dave.kiyvyra@lindamoodbell.com or use this link to set a time to meet.

Catch Up or Get Ahead With Evidence-Based Math Instruction

Math,

Parents and teachers often worry about students falling behind in math, whether due to school disruptions or challenges with the subject itself. If your child is struggling with math, Lindamood-Bell can help them catch up and build confidence in their math skills.

We offer personalized math instruction designed to help students reach their full potential—no matter their age or prior difficulties. Whether it’s foundational skills or more advanced concepts, we provide a comprehensive approach to math that stimulates an individual’s ability to visualize and verbalize the processes behind mathematical reasoning.

 

What Makes Our Math Instruction Unique?

Our evidence-based On Cloud Nine: Visualizing and Verbalizing for Math program integrates concept and numerical imagery with language to enhance both computation and problem-solving. Students not only learn how to solve problems but also understand the reasoning behind them. This dual focus on mathematical reasoning and computation helps students build a solid foundation in math, leading to greater success in the classroom.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Learning math facts: Our instruction stimulates an individual’s ability to image and verbalize the concepts behind math processes using an imagery-language foundation, which helps students visualize and master essential math facts.
  • Solving word problems: We integrate concept and numerical imagery with language, enhancing both problem-solving and reasoning skills, allowing students to confidently approach and solve word problems.
  • Understanding math concepts: Through the imagery-language foundation, students not only learn how to compute but also develop a deeper understanding of the reasoning behind math concepts, solidifying their foundation for future success.

 

Real Results for Students

We’ve seen tremendous success stories from students who once struggled in math. Hear from Nikki, a mother whose son Bryson was falling behind:
“He started getting very low scores on his math tests. After receiving instruction at Lindamood-Bell, he’s now describing himself as a good math student again. He’s back on track in math!”

Watch their story here:

Our math instruction is backed by peer-reviewed research, showing its effectiveness in helping students succeed. Explore our math instruction results and see the research supporting the On Cloud Nine program.

 

Get Started Today!

Whether you’re looking for in-person or live-online instruction, Lindamood-Bell’s math programs are available to students anywhere, anytime. Our flexible live-online option brings personalized instruction right to your home, making it easier than ever to help your child succeed in math.

Call us at 800-300-1818 to learn more and schedule instruction.

 

“My Seven-Year-Old With Dyslexia Is Reading!”

Dyslexia, Learning Centers, Reading

When Roan started school, his mother, Ruth, noticed he was struggling with reading and was frustrated. “He was coming home crying and angry,” she says. He was diagnosed with dyslexia shortly after, unable to read even one word.

Then Ruth turned to Lindamood-Bell’s evidence-based instruction to develop Roan’s reading skills. Soon, Roan was reading at grade level!

 

Watch to hear Ruth and Roan’s story.

 

With our personalized programs, students can make years of improvement in literacy and learning skills in a matter of weeks.  

 

How can your child excel this school year? Read on for typical areas of focus. 

Reading 

Strong readers recognize common words and can sound out unfamiliar words easily, making reading at grade level or above easy and smooth.

Students struggling can learn to read to their full potential this school year. We identify why reading is hard for each student individually and focus on developing the skills they need to become a better reader. Learn about our renowned approach.

  

Comprehension 

Do words “go in one ear and out the other” for your child? This is more common than you’d think. Weak concept imagery—the ability to image a gestalt (whole)—may be the cause. Weakness in concept imagery interferes with reading and listening comprehension, memory, oral vocabulary, critical thinking, and writing. Developing concept imagery can improve comprehension. Learn more about how we develop comprehension here.

 

Math 

Does your child “hate” math? People who are good at math can easily visualize math concepts. The language of numbers turns into imagery, and they “see” mathematical relationships. We can teach your child how to think with numbers. Learn how we solve math “problems” here. Individuals of all ages can learn to enjoy math!  

Contact us at 800-300-1818 to get started.

 

Watch our Special Parent Forum

 

Emmy’s mom, Alyson, discussed her bright and energetic kindergartener’s struggles with reading and spelling and how online instruction helped her catch up. Lindamood-Bell’s Director of Research and Development, Paul Worthington, reviews how student gains from online instruction are equivalent to gains from in-person instruction.

Click here to hear about Emmy’s amazing success story.

 

Study on Reading Interventions for Students with Reading Difficulties Launched, Details to Be Presented at SREE 2024 Conference

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Lindamood-Bell and American Institutes for Research® (AIR®) Collaborative Study to Examine Effectiveness in Reading Intervention Program for Elementary Students

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A groundbreaking study aimed at improving reading outcomes for upper elementary students with reading difficulties has officially launched and will be presented at the Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness (SREE) 2024 Conference. The presentation, titled “An Efficacy Study of the Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Complete Reading Intervention for Upper Elementary Students,” will be delivered on September 20 by presenting author Jill Bowdon of the American Institutes for Research. Additional study authors include American Institutes for Research® (AIR®) research experts Anja Kurki, Ph.D.; Billie Jo Day, Ph.D.; Daniel D. Hubbard; and Lily Tahmassebi. Attendees at this prestigious conference include education researchers, policymakers, and practitioners who will explore the latest advancements in educational research and intervention strategies.

The research initiative, developed and conducted by AIR® in collaboration with Lindamood-Bell, addresses a critical challenge in education today: the reduced emphasis on foundational skills and increased focus on comprehension in upper elementary grades, which poses difficulties for students with reading disabilities. These students often lack the basic reading skills their peers developed in earlier grades, putting them at risk of falling behind in reading and all academic subjects.

The study will provide empirical evidence on the impact of the Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Complete, a multicomponent intervention designed to improve reading skills for students in Grades 3-5 who are at risk for reading difficulties or have been identified with reading disabilities. As part of the program, the Lindamood-Bell for Schools division will provide professional development services to 300 educators in approximately 50 mid-sized to large urban public elementary schools with diverse student populations, representing three districts and approximately 900 students. The randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effectiveness of the Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Complete Intervention systems in real-world educational settings.

Since 2019, 46 states have enacted reading policy reforms designed to ensure students are fluent readers by 3rd grade. Despite these efforts, many interventions fail to adequately address the needs of students who remain at risk at upper elementary levels. This study aims to bridge that gap, examining how the Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Complete significantly improves outcomes for students in need of targeted support.

“This study and our partnership with American Institutes for Research is a significant milestone for Lindamood-Bell and educational research,” says Paul Worthington, director of research and development for Lindamood-Bell. “With the launch of this research initiative, we have the opportunity to demonstrate the impact of our evidence-based, neuroscientific, sensory-cognitive interventions in real-world school environments. This study has the potential to create a paradigm shift, expanding beyond the science of reading to encompass the broader cognitive science of learning.”

The presentation at the 2024 SREE Conference will describe the research program’s objective, methodology, expected impact, and recommendations for future research. The full results of the study will be shared after all data has been analyzed after the conclusion of the program at the end of the 2025 academic year.

About Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes
Lindamood-Bell believes that all children and adults can learn to read and comprehend to their potential. For nearly 40 years, their evidence-based instruction has changed the lives of individuals with learning challenges such as dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. In addition to their 50 Learning Centers, they provide professional development for educators worldwide and engage in peer-reviewed research with universities, including MIT and Stanford. Visit www.lindamoodbell.com to learn more.

Contact: 
Paul Worthington,
Director of Research and Development
Lindamood-Bell
383538@email4pr.com  
(805) 541-3836

Lindamood-Bell Academy: Enroll Now for Special Savings

Academy, Specials

Lindamood-Bell Academy’s highly personalized approach is designed to meet the unique learning needs of each student. We develop the imagery-language foundation to help each student read, comprehend, and do math to their potential. 

Academy is an accredited California K-12 private school combining renowned, evidence-based instruction with a standards-aligned curriculum for maximum learning success. But it is our individualized, dynamic, and positive instruction that truly makes the difference for your child. Focusing on each student’s sensory-processing ability leads to successful learning and critical thinking. 

Shari, mother of an Academy student, said this about her son: “Lindamood-Bell Academy has given my child a future, and that is a gift. What they are doing here is giving Oliver the future he would not have otherwise. It makes me feel good as a parent because I know I’m doing the best that I can for him and that he is getting what he needs.”

Explore other stories about real students of the Academy here. There’s simply no other school like us or with our success rates!  

Enroll now for next school year and receive 25% off a month of tuition! 

*Academy enrollment must be completed by August 16, 2024. Must enroll for the entire school year. The discount will be applied to the final month of tuition in May 2025.

Call 800-300-1818 to learn more or get in touch to enroll.

Get to Know Our Unique Academy—Virtual Tour

Academy

 

At Lindamood-Bell Academy, we develop sensory-cognitive processing as a foundation to help students read, comprehend, and do math to their potential. Why is this important? Because students need high-functioning sensory-cognitive processing to learn how to think and reason. They then apply their new abilities to not just school content, but life.

 

Our highly successful, unique approach to school is personalized to meet the learning needs of each student. Expect engaged, dynamic staff using evidence-based instruction and a standards-aligned curriculum to achieve results in just weeks!

 

See for yourself how Academy guides students to success in this virtual tour:

 

Call 800-300-1818 with any questions! 

At Lindamood-Bell, We Offer Learning Services that are as Unique as Your Child!

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Lindamood-Bell is your partner in education. In addition to our one-to-one instruction, we offer learning support that is tailored to your child’s unique needs.

 

Group Instruction at Lindamood-Bell:

Our group instruction model is designed to cater to students’ diverse learning needs by providing tailored educational experiences in a collaborative setting. We use our founders’ evidence-based programs to address the underlying sensory-cognitive functions necessary for reading and comprehension. By working in small groups, students benefit from peer interaction and collaborative learning while receiving individualized support to reach their full potential.

To learn more about group instruction for your child, call your local learning center at 800-233-1819.

 

Application of Sensory-Cognitive Skills:

Well-developed sensory-cognitive processing is the foundation of learning. Our instruction develops phonological awareness, symbol imagery, and concept imagery. These skills are integrated into classroom content to improve students’ reading, comprehension, and critical thinking abilities. For example, phonological awareness activities help students decode words more efficiently, while symbol imagery strengthens their ability to visualize and recall information. Concept imagery aids in understanding and retaining complex concepts, ensuring that students can apply their knowledge across various subjects.

To learn more about application to classroom content instruction for your child, call your local learning center at 800-233-1819.

 

Lindamood-Bell Academy:

Lindamood-Bell Academy is our private school dedicated to providing personalized education to students with diverse learning profiles. Our Academy combines Lindamood-Bell’s renowned instructional programs with a comprehensive curriculum to offer a well-rounded educational experience. We create individualized learning plans for each student, ensuring that their unique needs and strengths are addressed. Our goal is to help students achieve academic success and develop the confidence and skills necessary for lifelong learning.

To learn more about Lindamood-Bell Academy for your child, call your local learning center at 800-233-1819.

 

Join Us for a Special Live Forum on July 24th

From Our Families to Yours: Parent Insights on Comprehension Instruction at Lindamood-Bell

Abbie’s Mom, Beth, will discuss her teenage daughter’s experience with  Lindamood-Bell instruction and how her improved skills enabled her to thrive despite extreme challenges.

Wednesday, July 24

10 AM PDT • 1 PM EDT • 6 PM BST

Register Now