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Tips for Preventing the Summer Slide

14 Nov, 2019

  Time away from school can lead to measurable learning loss in skills like reading. Teachers know all about “the summer slide”— students come back to school out of practice, maybe forgetting some of what they learned. For this reason, your child’s teacher may have encouraged families to make reading a summer priority.  We’ve gathered…

The Best Time to Help Your Child Succeed in School

22 Oct, 2019

School’s in session and it’s a great time to get started at Lindamood-Bell! In a matter of weeks, our research-validated instruction can result in extraordinary gains in reading, comprehension, and math. These increased skills can help make a huge difference this school year!     Learn More Find out how we help students succeed! Check out…

School Year Support: Help for Your Struggling Student

18 Oct, 2019

While a science experiment involving a baking soda and vinegar volcano may be fun and exciting for most students, it can be torture for those who have trouble reading the directions or following the procedural steps independently.   Ideally, a typical school day is filled with tons of opportunities to explore, learn, and grow —…

Extended! Early Bird Savings | Sign Up Now for Summer!

2 Oct, 2019

Summer is a great time to get help with reading, comprehension, or math. In just a few weeks’ time, we can make years of change so your child can go back to school with new confidence. Also, working on crucial skills can minimize the learning loss that takes place for many students.   Our evidence-based…

Back to School: Strategies & Tips for a Successful School Year

27 Sep, 2019

For many students, back-to-school season comes with the promise of a fresh start and another fun and successful year of learning. They eagerly fill their backpacks with sharpened pencils and new notebooks for each subject. But for students who struggle in school, they may instead be preoccupied with anxiety, stress, and waning self-confidence as another…

Springtime Learning: Imagine a Strong School Year Finish

22 Aug, 2019

At this point in the school year, students everywhere are feeling the pressures of looming due dates and stressed schedules. For students who struggle with learning, this time of year can be especially taxing. Their performance may have lagged behind peers all year, and increased academic expectations may be compounding the issue. Spending so many…

Available Online: Our Learning Ability Evaluation

8 Aug, 2019

Our success with students starts with our unique Learning Ability Evaluation. We identify the strengths and weaknesses that may be affecting your child’s school performance. Our evaluation includes 10+ standardized measures of reading, spelling, and math.   In a results consultation, we will explain the findings and develop an individualized plan to improve your child’s…

Early Bird Savings | Sign Up Now for Summer Learning

1 Aug, 2019

Summer is a great time to get help with reading, comprehension, or math.    In a matter of weeks, we can make years of change so your child can go back to school with new confidence. Working on crucial skills can also minimize the learning loss that takes place for many students.   Enjoy a…

Your Year-Round Education Partner

1 Aug, 2019

Every summer, our intensive instruction results in extraordinary gains for students in just a matter of weeks. Spending part of a summer with us can be one of the most positive learning experiences of a child’s life. So, it’s important to us that the Lindamood-Bell Learning Center experience doesn’t stop on a student’s last day!…

Tips for Parents: Give Your Early Learner a Head Start

25 Jul, 2019

A generation ago, kindergarten days were only filled with activities like finger painting, “Hide-and-Go-Seek,” making friends, and learning to be peaceful at nap time.   And, while reading and spelling may have been introduced in first grade, there was nothing like today’s pressure for students to be performing according to grade-level standards. Sure, there is…

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🎉 40 Years of Changing Lives Through Learning
As we continue looking back at the milestones that have shaped Lindamood-Bell, we’re returning to where it all began.

📖 1986: Nanci Bell publishes Visualizing and Verbalizing®

The same year Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes was founded, co-founder Nanci Bell published Visualizing and Verbalizing for Language Comprehension and Thinking®, introducing an approach designed to develop concept imagery, the ability to create an imaged gestalt from language.

The program grew from Nanci’s work with students who could read words but struggled to understand, remember, and think critically about what they read.
Today, Visualizing and Verbalizing® remains central to our approach to developing language comprehension and higher-order thinking skills.

Follow @lindamoodbellofficial as we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning. ❤️
Learn more at the link in our bio.
🎧 New Podcast Episode!

Lindamood-Bell for Schools Director of Development Dave Kiyvyra speaks with Winifred Winston and LeDerick Horne from the Black and Dyslexic podcast about the dyslexia identification and support gap.

They explore disparities in dyslexia identification, limited access to effective reading instruction in many communities, and the challenges families face in understanding and securing the support their children need.

Listen and subscribe at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
📚 When should kids start reading?

Our latest blog article explores typical reading milestones, signs of readiness, the foundational skills that support reading and comprehension, and when additional support may be helpful.

👉 Read “When Should Kids Start Reading? Age Guidelines, Readiness Signs, and How to Help.” Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
🎉 40 Years of Changing Lives Through Learning

This year marks a very special milestone for Lindamood-Bell: 40 years!

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be looking back at some of the milestones that have shaped our story. From our beginnings in 1986 to the work we do today, there is so much to celebrate.

And where better to begin than at the beginning?

📷 1986: Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes is founded.

Pat Lindamood and Nanci Bell co-founded Lindamood-Bell with a shared belief that all students can be taught to read to their potential. From the beginning, our approach was grounded in the understanding that reading is a sensory-cognitive process and that the underlying skills can be developed.

What began 40 years ago has grown into a journey we’re excited to revisit and share with you.

Follow @lindamoodbellofficial as we celebrate 40 years of changing lives through learning and share more milestones from our story.

For more information about Lindamood-Bell, visit the link in our bio. ❤️
Considering online homeschooling for your child? There’s a lot to think about beyond curriculum and flexibility.

How will instruction be personalized? Will your child have live interaction with teachers? What kind of support and school community will they have? And will the program help strengthen the learning skills they need to succeed?

Our new guide explores what families should consider when comparing online homeschool programs and how Lindamood-Bell Academy approaches learning from home.

Read Online Homeschool Programs: A Guide for Families at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
New Podcast Episode!
Tom Mendoza, Co-Director of Lindamood-Bell for Schools, and Deci Douroux, Professional Development Mentor Presenter, explore how developing concept and numerical imagery can help close math achievement gaps.
They discuss a three-step instructional approach that moves students from hands-on experiences with manipulatives to imagery and language, then to computation and problem-solving. Learn how this approach can support stronger number sense, mathematical reasoning, and confidence.
Listen and subscribe at the link our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial
What’s the difference between Lindamood-Bell and Orton-Gillingham?

Our latest blog article explores the similarities and key differences between these approaches, including Lindamood-Bell’s emphasis on developing the sensory-cognitive processes that underlie reading, spelling, and comprehension.

Read the full article at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
🎧 New Podcast Episode: A Parent’s Perspective on Lindamood-Bell Live-Online Instruction for Dyslexia
In our latest podcast episode, a mother shares her son’s journey with dyslexia and the impact personalized instruction had on his reading skills and confidence.
Through a combination of live-online and in-person reading instruction at our Learning Center, he developed the skills he needed to make meaningful academic progress.
Hear his story and his mother’s perspective on their Lindamood-Bell experience.
👉 Listen to the full episode at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
🍂 Fall workshops are here, educators!
Strengthen your teaching with live-online workshops grounded in the cognitive science of learning and aligned with the science of reading and structured literacy.
• Practical strategies for reading, comprehension, and math
• Support for students with dyslexia, ADHD, and autism
Save 10% with code 26READY2LEARN10.
Reserve your spot through the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Dyslexia is complex, but understanding its causes can help parents and educators make informed decisions about support. Our latest article explores what research tells us about dyslexia, common misconceptions, and the evidence behind effective intervention. Read more at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
What is phoneme awareness, and why does it matter for learning to read?

Many people know phoneme awareness is important, but fewer understand how it fits into the bigger picture of reading development. Our latest blog explains what phoneme awareness is, how it differs from phonics, signs a student may need support, and why successful reading depends on more than phoneme awareness alone.
Whether you're a parent or educator, this guide offers practical insights into the sensory-cognitive functions that support reading.

Read the blog at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
🎥 Now Available On-Demand: Why Some Students Thrive in Smaller Learning Environments: Lindamood-Bell Academy

Could a smaller school make a big difference for your child? In this webinar, explore which students often benefit from a more individualized learning environment, how personalized instruction can build confidence and academic growth, and how Lindamood-Bell Academy's flexible approach is tailored to each student's learning needs.
Watch on demand and learn whether a smaller learning environment could help your child thrive.

👉 Watch now at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
📚 Attention Teachers: Back-to-school savings are here!
Strengthen your instruction with live, interactive Lindamood-Bell professional development.
Save through September 30:
✨ 10% off live online workshops with 26READY2LEARN10
✨ 20% off in-service workshops for school teams (10+) with 26READY2LEARN20
Learn more at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Join us for the second session of our webinar series exploring the research, instruction, and outcomes behind meaningful learning change.

Why Some Students Thrive in Smaller Learning Environments: Lindamood-Bell Academy

📅 July 30, 2026
⏰ 10 AM PT | 1 PM ET | 6 PM BST

Could a smaller learning environment help your child thrive? We'll explore which students often benefit from smaller class sizes, how individualized instruction builds confidence and academic growth, and how a flexible curriculum can be tailored to each student's learning needs.

Register for free at the link. If you can't attend live, we'll email the recording to everyone who registers after the event. https://bit.ly/4wtLymN 
Tap the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
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