Lindamood-Bell and Orton-Gillingham | Understanding the Difference
Families and educators comparing Lindamood-Bell and Orton-Gillingham are often looking for the right approach to support reading and language development, whether for individualized instruction, school-based intervention, or professional development. Both provide explicit, systematic instruction, actively engage students in the learning process, and align with the principles of Structured Literacy. Both also develop foundational reading…
A Parent’s Perspective on Lindamood-Bell Live-Online Instruction for Dyslexia | Lindamood-Bell Radio
A mom describes how Lindamood-Bell helped her son with dyslexia. He received online and in-person reading instruction at our Learning Center. At Lindamood-Bell, we develop the imagery-language foundation for reading, spelling, language comprehension, math, memory, and critical thinking.
5 Key Strategies for Effective Reading Intervention at Your School
Since 1986, Lindamood-Bell has partnered with educators and school systems to boost student achievement through professional development and evidence-based reading intervention. As an industry leader, we have helped struggling readers, including students with dyslexia, make meaningful gains in reading skills. Over the years, our collaborations have revealed key lessons and effective strategies for launching successful…
Lindamood-Bell Names San Luis Obispo Learning Center as Flagship Location; Announces Emily Hoffman as Director
For more than 40 years, Lindamood-Bell’s San Luis Obispo Learning Center has been at the heart of the organization’s mission to change lives through learning. As Lindamood-Bell’s first Learning Center and home to its corporate headquarters, it has now been designated as the organization’s official Flagship Learning Center. The company also announced the appointment of…
A Reading Program That Works for Struggling Readers
Reading is a foundational skill that not only shapes academic achievement but also a student’s confidence and self-esteem. At Lindamood-Bell, we believe that all individuals can learn to read and comprehend to their potential. Our instruction for struggling readers is based on programs authored by our founders. It offers a personalized, evidence-based approach that…
Dyslexia Causes and Interventions | Explore the Facts and Find Support
Understanding the causes of dyslexia helps parents and educators make informed decisions about effective, evidence-based support. What Is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a specific learning disability characterized by difficulties in word reading and/or spelling that involve accuracy, speed, or both and vary depending on the orthography of the English language. These difficulties occur along a…
What Is ADHD and What Is Its Relationship to Learning? Insights for Parents
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects both children and adults, often presenting as persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, all of which may impact learning. Specifically, ADHD can further complicate learning to read and comprehend. Individuals with ADHD often face challenges in maintaining focus, completing tasks, and managing impulses, impacting…
What Is Phoneme Awareness? A Guide for Parents and Educators
Phoneme awareness is an important component of reading and language development, but it is not reading itself. To understand phoneme awareness, it is helpful to first understand how reading works. Reading is an integration of multiple processing skills, including word attack, sight word recognition, contextual reading fluency, oral vocabulary, and comprehension. Successful reading requires…
Support for Dyslexia and Other Reading Disorders
Understanding the Signs of Reading Disorders and Finding Effective Help If your child is struggling with reading, you’re not alone, and early support can make all the difference. It’s common for parents to wonder whether their child is just taking longer to catch on, or if something deeper, like dyslexia or another reading…
The Science of Learning | Lindamood-Bell’s Approach to the Science of Reading
The Science of Reading and Lindamood-Bell Lindamood-Bell goes beyond the Science of Reading by incorporating the Cognitive Science of Learning, embracing the brain-based codes of learning beyond written language. Our approach emphasizes sensory-cognitive skills—symbol imagery (orthographic processing) and concept imagery (mental representations)—essential for decoding, fluency, and oral and written language comprehension. Though overlooked in the…
