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Lindamood-Bell Academy: The Learning Environment You’ve Dreamed About | Enroll for the 2018-19 School Year

28 Jun, 2018

Lindamood-Bell Academy’s flexible and differentiated curriculum—both in person and online—means that the Academy can be the ideal learning environment for all types of students, including:   Accelerated Learners Learners Who Need a Flexible Environment Students with Challenging Schedules Homeschool Families Students Who Struggle with Reading Students Who Struggle with Comprehension Students Who Have School Anxiety…

Lindamood-Bell Academy: Who Are Our Students? | Enroll for the 2018-19 School Year

7 May, 2018

Lindamood-Bell Academy’s flexible and differentiated curriculum—both in person and online—means that the Academy can be the right school choice for all types of students, including:   Accelerated Learners Learners Who Need a Flexible Environment Students with Challenging Schedules Homeschool Families Students Who Struggle with Reading Students Who Struggle with Comprehension Students Who Have School Anxiety…

The Lindamood-Bell Academy Advantage | Enroll for the 2018-2019 School Year

26 Feb, 2018

Making sure your child’s learning needs are met at school is one of the most crucial aspects of his/her educational journey, but not every school is the right fit for every student.   The Lindamood-Bell Academy is a unique in-person or online K-12 private school where we develop the imagery-language foundation for success in language…

2018 Kid’s Calendar | Free Downloadable PDF!

8 Dec, 2017

We’re proud to feature a collection of drawings and stories from students at Lindamood-Bell® Learning Centers, School Partnerships, and Lindamood-Bell Academy in our 2018 Kid’s Calendar!   The PDF version is now available for download and printing.     We wish you happy, healthy, and safe 2018!

Second Semester Success with Lindamood-Bell Academy

7 Dec, 2017

  While all students look forward to vacations from school, for those that are struggling, Winter Break can’t get here fast enough. Maybe they’ve had difficulty keeping up with curriculum or perhaps they’re having trouble socially — whatever is happening, school has become a breeding ground for frustration, anxiety and low self-esteem.   The love…

Oliver finds the perfect school | Lindamood-Bell Academy

12 Oct, 2017

  Oliver was struggling in the third grade and it was getting harder and harder to keep up. Homework that was supposed to take 20-30 minutes was dragging on for hours, ending in tears and exhaustion.   Worried about the toll it was taking on Oliver, his mom was determined to find a way to…

It’s Not Too Late to Enroll for This School Year

18 Sep, 2017

  It’s not too late to enroll in the Lindamood-Bell Academy—where we can make school-dreams come true for students everywhere.   Our unique in-person or online accredited private school develops the imagery-language foundation so that your child can experience success in language processing and success in all curriculum.   See how the Lindamood-Bell Academy is…

Go Back to School at Lindamood-Bell Academy

15 Aug, 2017

  While many students attend their neighborhood school without issue, some are extremely challenged by the curriculum, rigid schedule or social pressure in a typical setting. If your child’s current school is not meeting their needs, for whatever reason, the stress and frustration can become too much, and start to affect learning.   Lindamood-Bell Academy…

Lindamood-Bell Academy: Students who Struggle with Reading

23 Mar, 2017

Despite having extensive phonics instruction, some students may still struggle to become fluent readers. They may have to sound out a new word every time they see it or have difficulty understanding what they’ve read because they are unable to read fluently and accurately. This may be due to a weakness in symbol imagery, which…

Lindamood-Bell Academy: Students with Comprehension Weakness

10 Mar, 2017

Though they may be hard-working and study for hours on end, some students have trouble understanding or remembering what they’ve read. They may do poorly on tests, have trouble following classroom directions or struggle to understand jokes. A cause of comprehension difficulties is weak concept imagery—the ability to create an imagined gestalt (whole) from language….

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“He’s set up for success now!” 💙

Jaxson was diagnosed with autism and dyslexia at a young age. By high school, he was still struggling academically. His family turned to Lindamood-Bell for intensive, individualized instruction.

Today, Jaxson is thriving in reading and comprehension and preparing for college! He can even read and enjoy the golf magazines he once only looked through for pictures.

Hear Jaxson’s mom share his inspiring journey and what his progress has meant for their family.

▶️ Watch the full video at the link in our bio: @lindamoodbellofficial.
🎉 40 Years of Changing Lives Through Learning

🎬 2012: An HBO documentary on learning differences features a Lindamood-Bell student!
Our next milestone takes us to 2012, when an HBO documentary helped bring attention to the experiences of students with learning differences, including one who received instruction at a Lindamood-Bell Learning Center.

Keep following along as we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning!
🍂 A Fall Learning Gift for Your Student!

This fall, Lindamood-Bell is here to help your student catch up or get ahead with individualized instruction in reading, comprehension, and math.

A Learning Ability Evaluation helps identify your student's strengths and needs and guides an individualized learning plan.

Our Fall Learning Gift makes it easier to get started!
Enroll for at least 80 hours of instruction by November 30 and receive:
🔸 A credit equal to your full evaluation fee toward instruction
🔸 20% off your first week of instruction*

Learn more about the offer at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
*Terms and conditions apply. See landing page for details.
We're proud to sponsor Everyone Reading Illinois' “Dynamics of Dyslexia” 2026 Fall Conference, November 4–5 in Naperville, IL!

Lindamood-Bell Learning Center Directors Stephanie Grady (Deerfield) and Taylor-Marie Funchion (Elmhurst) will present “The Missing Link in Literacy: Understanding the Imagery-Language Foundation” on Wednesday, November 4, from 3:10–4:30 PM.

Their session will explore the important role of imagery in reading, spelling, and comprehension, drawing on decades of instructional experience and scientific research. Attendees will learn about the sensory-cognitive processes underlying literacy and practical strategies to support students with dyslexia and persistent reading challenges.

We look forward to connecting with educators and professionals dedicated to helping students succeed!

Tap the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial, for more info!
🎉 40 Years of Changing Lives Through Learning

🧠 2011: Georgetown University researchers publish a study showing changes in the brains of children with dyslexia following reading intervention.

Our next milestone highlights research conducted by Georgetown University's Center for the Study of Learning in collaboration with Lindamood-Bell.

Published in the scientific journal NeuroImage, the study followed children with dyslexia who received eight weeks of instruction using the Seeing Stars® program.

Researchers found significant improvements in reading skills, along with measurable increases in gray matter volume in the brain. Follow-up testing eight weeks later showed that these gains were maintained.

These findings offered encouraging evidence that effective reading instruction can help children with dyslexia improve their reading skills while also supporting changes in the brain.

Follow along as we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning!
🎉 40 Years of Changing Lives Through Learning

📖 Our next milestone takes us to 2010, when Nanci Bell published the Symbol Imagery (SI) Test.

This standardized assessment measures a student's ability to visualize the sounds and letters within words, an important skill for reading and spelling.

The SI Test helps educators identify and monitor skills that underlie word recognition, spelling, and reading fluency.

Follow along as we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning!
🐱 Calling all cat lovers! Celebrate National Cat Day with a FREE reading resource for parents and teachers, courtesy of Gander Publishing!

This Imagine That! lesson packet features five cat-themed stories for grades 2–6, vocabulary practice, puzzles, and a coloring page!

Perfect for use with Visualizing and Verbalizing® or with any student who could benefit from extra comprehension practice.

Download your free packet - follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial!
🎉 40 Years of Changing Lives Through Learning

Our next milestone takes us to 2008, when Lindamood-Bell co-founder Nanci Bell was recognized by the California State Assembly as one of the state's Top 50 Women Business Leaders!

Follow along as we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning.
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🎧 New Podcast Episode!

How can art help students share their stories and make a difference in their communities?

Muralist Kyle Holbrook joins Lindamood-Bell for Schools Director of Development Dave Kiyvyra to discuss the Moving Lives of Kids Community Mural Project and the power of art to bring people together.

Hear how students are using creativity to express themselves and contribute to their communities.

Listen and subscribe at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
🎉 40 Years of Changing Lives Through Learning

📚 2006: What happens when an entire school district works to improve reading?

In 2006, researchers from Texas A&M University published a study in the American Educational Research Journal examining reading achievement in Colorado’s Pueblo School District 60, where Lindamood-Bell had been working with schools since 1997 to support students at risk of reading difficulties.

They examined reading scores for students in grades 3–5 over several years and found that schools using Lindamood-Bell instruction made significantly greater gains than schools across Colorado. Those gains increased over time, including in Title I schools.

It was encouraging to see these results, especially in a district where so many students needed additional reading support.

Follow along as we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning.

Tap the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial,  to learn more about our work and research.
📣 FREE Halloween Download for Parents and Teachers, courtesy of Gander Publishing! 🎃
The Imagine That! Halloween lesson packet features four high-imagery stories written at a 2nd–5th-grade reading level.

👻 Enjoy stories about a giant pumpkin, a ghost, and even a rooster accused of being a witch!
🎃 Build reading comprehension with higher-order thinking questions.
🍬 Strengthen vocabulary skills with engaging activities.

Perfect for use with Visualizing and Verbalizing® or any student who could benefit from extra comprehension practice.
Download your free packet and bring some Halloween fun to reading! Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial
🎉 40 Years of Changing Lives Through Learning

🧠 2004: Georgetown University researchers publish an important study on adult dyslexia and Lindamood-Bell instruction.

Led by Dr. Guinevere Eden and published in the scientific journal Neuron, the study used brain imaging to examine changes in adults with dyslexia following eight weeks of intensive Lindamood-Bell instruction.

Researchers found improvements in reading skills along with changes in brain activity, showing that the adult brain can continue to change and develop with reading instruction.

More than 20 years later, these findings continue to offer hope for adults who struggle with reading.

For more about our evidence-based reading instruction, follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.

Follow along as we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning!
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