Seeing Stars® Recognized by IES What Works Clearinghouse: A Milestone for Evidence-Based Reading Instruction
The Seeing Stars®: Symbol Imagery for Phonological and Orthographic Processing in Reading and Spelling program, authored by Lindamood-Bell co-founder Nanci Bell, has earned a place on the What Works Clearinghouse (WWC), a trusted resource established by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES). This recognition is a significant milestone for educators, administrators, and families seeking effective,…
Arizona Dept. of Education Selects the Seeing Stars, Visualizing and Verbalizing, and LiPS Programs as Approved Interventions for the Move On When Reading Initiative
After a recent Arizona Department of Education review, Lindamood-Bell is honored to announce that the Seeing Stars, Visualizing and Verbalizing, and LiPS programs continue to meet all K-3 reading intervention requirements under Move On When Reading. Intervention programs selected for the initiative are recognized as meeting one of the top three evidence tiers, as…
The Benefits of Small Group Instruction
What is Small-Group Instruction? In small-group instruction, a teacher works with a select number of students, typically between two and six, at a similar academic level. This setup allows the teacher to tailor the instruction to the group’s specific needs, offering individualized support and guidance. By utilizing small-group instruction, students can experience a variety of…
Maximize Summer Learning with Proven Professional Development: Transform Student Success
Proven Professional Development and Student Success Summer is the ideal time for educators to enhance students’ instructional skills and prepare for the next academic year. Schools that invest in professional development over the summer create lasting change, empowering teachers with evidence-based strategies that benefit all students. Case Study in Action Monterey Peninsula Unified School…
Special Education Isn’t Always Specialized – with Dr. Robert Pasternack | Lindamood-Bell Radio
In this podcast episode, Dr. Pasternack discusses the role of tiered intervention in preventing unnecessary referrals, the importance of teacher preparation and professional development, and the necessary components of effective literacy instruction. As a teacher, New Mexico State Special Education Director, and, ultimately, as the Assistant Secretary for the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative…
Lindamood-Bell approved in Ohio for reading intervention and high-quality tutoring
The Ohio Department of Education lists Lindamood-Bell as a reading intervention that aligns with the science of reading and strategies for effective literacy instruction. Our approach and interventions were approved based on research and evidence in improving literacy skills. Interventions include explicit and systematic instruction for students who persistently struggle to master reading skills. Key…
Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction to Support the Virginia Literacy Act
Lindamood-Bell has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education to improve K-8 literacy outcomes for the Commonwealth’s students. Our approach and interventions were approved based on our research and evidence in improving phonological awareness, phonics, word study, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Interventions include explicit and systematic instruction for students who persistently struggle to…
Jamaica High School Celebrates Success
Denham Town High School in Kingston, Jamaica recently shared the successful results of a collaborative, year-long effort that sought to transform their desperately challenged inner-city school. In 2021, the school was identified as the worst-performing school in its district. The school faced numerous obstacles including high levels of crime and violence. It had very…
Leverage American Rescue Plan for Literacy Growth with Lindamood-Bell PD
Relief funding from Congress includes over $100 billion in support of K-12 schools. Take advantage of these funds to get students back on track and boost literacy achievement with Lindamood-Bell Professional Development. Lindamood-Bell Professional Development builds teacher expertise in literacy instruction Evidence-based programs supported by the cognitive science of reading In-person and online…
Lindamood-Bell is an Approved Professional Development Provider in Massachusetts
As an approved Professional Development Provider in Massachusetts, we have trained thousands of educators across the state, including in Boston Public Schools, Chicopee Public Schools, Holyoke Public Schools, and the Lower Pioneer Valley Educational Collaborative. We provide teacher workshops to address phonemic awareness, phonics, orthographic awareness, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Our interventions are systematic and…
