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Support for Dyslexia and Other Reading Disorders

29 May, 2025

    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…

Prevent Learning Loss with Our Summer Tutoring Program for Reading and Math

8 May, 2025

When school resumes in the fall, many students return with gaps in their learning, having forgotten some of the material they mastered earlier in the year. Extended time away from school can result in measurable learning loss, particularly in critical subjects like reading and math. However, imagine your child returning to school in the fall…

Boost Your Child’s Learning This Summer with Our Reading Camp!

27 Mar, 2025

Summer is the perfect time for children to build confidence and strengthen their learning skills in a fun and engaging environment. At Lindamood-Bell, our Summer Reading Camp provides personalized, one-to-one instruction at our Learning Centers designed to help students make significant academic progress in just a few weeks. Students can attend in person or live-online….

Melinda A., Learning Center Parent: Summer Learning at Lindamood-Bell | Lindamood-Bell Radio

25 Mar, 2025

In this episode, parent Melinda shares her family’s journey with Lindamood-Bell. She discusses how a personalized learning evaluation uncovered the reasons her children weren’t excited about reading—and how the right instruction helped turn things around. Melinda reflects on her kids’ initial reluctance to learn over the summer and how, by the end, they had the…

Ben Z., Lindamood-Bell Learning Center Student: Cooking Up Success | Lindamood-Bell Radio

27 Feb, 2025

In this inspiring episode, we meet Ben, a student whose life changed thanks to Lindamood-Bell instruction. Once the kid everyone laughed at during read-alouds, Ben shares his journey of overcoming school challenges and gaining confidence. With the help of Lindamood-Bell, he transformed his ability to read and comprehend, clearing the way for him to pursue…

Maximize Summer Learning with Proven Professional Development: Transform Student Success

21 Feb, 2025

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…

Instruction Based on a Theory of Cognition

19 Dec, 2024

At Lindamood-Bell, our instructional approach aligns with a specific theory of cognition known as Dual Coding Theory (DCT). In this article, we’ll explore DCT and its practical applications in teaching, showing how a cognitive approach can boost literacy and comprehension.   The Imagery-Language Connection for Literacy The following section is excerpted from Visualizing and Verbalizing®…

A Student’s Inspiring Journey from Dyslexia to the Miss America Pageant | Lindamood-Bell Radio

12 Dec, 2024

Miss Massachusetts 2024, Kiersten Khoury, was diagnosed with dyslexia as a child. Her journey with Lindamood-Bell began in fifth grade, where she received support as a student. Today, she uses her platform to champion literacy and inspire others on their reading journeys. As Miss Massachusetts, Kiersten will proudly represent her state at the Miss America…

From Our Families to Yours: Parent Insights on Online Instruction
Lindamood-Bell Radio

20 Nov, 2024

  In this episode, we discuss the impact of Lindamood-Bell’s online instruction through a parent testimonial and a look at student success data. Alyson, a dedicated mom, shares her story of how Lindamood-Bell’s online program helped her energetic kindergartener make significant strides in reading and spelling. Paul Worthington, Lindamood-Bell’s Director of Research and Development, also…

Empowering Students to Overcome Learning and Attention Challenges with Paul Worthington | Lindamood-Bell Radio

14 Oct, 2024

Join Paul Worthington, Lindamood-Bell’s Director of Research and Development, as he explores the connection between learning disabilities and attention challenges. Many children are diagnosed with attention deficits without a full understanding of their learning profiles. Paul discusses how to better diagnose and support students, offering insights from longitudinal data and customized interventions to address both…

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📣 We're hiring Seasonal Educational Clinicians/Tutors (In-Person).

Our Learning Centers are currently hiring. We are seeking individuals passionate about creating an engaging and supportive learning environment who are interested in education, teaching, literacy, child development, tutoring, or academic support. Join us in helping students of all ages strengthen reading and comprehension skills and reach their potential.

Paid training is provided.

Apply today through our Career Site or follow the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Meanwhile us in the ‘90s: helping students unlock reading and comprehension skills before it was trending✨📼📚

#LindamoodBell #90s #90sthrowback #40thanniversary
Our free math webinar is now available on demand.
Discover what’s at the root of many students’ math struggles and how On Cloud Nine® Math instruction helps students visualize and verbalize math concepts and numbers, building the ability to reason through problems and apply what they've learned in meaningful ways.
▶️ Watch now. Follow the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
New for educators: Guide to Dyslexia Screening and Intervention Strategies 

Our latest blog post breaks down what dyslexia screeners measure and shares research-based intervention strategies that support reading growth for students at risk for dyslexia. 
Read the full article at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Educators: struggling to close math achievement gaps?
Many students cannot form mental images of math concepts, leading to memorization instead of real understanding.
Join our May 13 webinar to see how imagery and language can strengthen math skills across grade levels.
Featuring the On Cloud Nine® Math Program
Presenter: Deci Douroux
Register to learn how imagery and language support stronger math outcomes. Link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Something special is happening in San Luis Obispo this summer.
We’re opening Lindamood-Bell Headquarters for an exclusive, in-person workshop experience. 
For the first time, educators are invited inside HQ to meet program authors, connect with our Research and Development team, and experience where the programs were developed.
📍 San Luis Obispo, CA
📅 Summer 2026
🎓 Limited enrollment
Workshops include Seeing Stars®, Visualizing and Verbalizing®, On Cloud Nine® Math, LiPS®, and Talkies®.
Register now to secure your spot. Link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Celebrating 40 years of transforming lives through learning ✨

Our latest blog highlights groundbreaking research, real student impact, and what we have believed from the start: with the right instruction, every learner can reach their potential.

“Forty Years In, Science Is Catching Up to What We’ve Always Known.” — Nanci Bell

Read more at the link in our bio @lindamoodbellofficial
Give your child a future built on confidence and real learning success.

Lindamood-Bell Academy is an accredited K–12 private school that combines evidence-based instruction with a highly personalized approach, helping students strengthen reading, comprehension, and math skills to reach their full potential. In person or live online.

For a limited time, enroll for the next school year and receive 25% off one month of tuition.
Visit our website to learn more and get started. Link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
As part of our 40th anniversary, Lindamood-Bell is launching the Hope for Learning Scholarship Fund and dedicating up to 10% of annual net profit to support need-based tuition scholarships for students who would not otherwise be able to access our instruction. This pilot initiative reflects our long-standing mission and commitment to educational access.

Helping more students reach their potential remains at the heart of what we do.
The next application window opens in September 2026.
Learn more at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
If your child is struggling with math, it may not be because they are not trying hard enough. When math doesn’t make sense, students may resort to memorization rather than truly understanding what they are doing.
At the root, many struggle to form clear mental images of mathematical concepts, making it harder to see relationships, follow processes, and solve problems with confidence.
Join our free webinar to learn how On Cloud Nine® Math instruction develops the ability to visualize and verbalize math, helping students think, reason, and apply their learning in meaningful ways.
April 22 - 10 AM PDT | 1 PM EDT | 6 PM BST
Discover what’s possible when math finally clicks.
Register now at the link in our bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
At Lindamood-Bell, our support doesn’t end on the last day of instruction.
Families who have previously attended are invited to schedule a School Year Checkup, a dedicated time to reflect on progress and realign as academic demands change.
Each Checkup includes:
 • A conversation about school progress
 • A complimentary Learning Ability Evaluation
 • Clear insights and next steps, if needed
The School Year Checkup is an exclusive benefit for past Learning Center families.
New to Lindamood-Bell? Explore how our personalized instruction can support your child’s learning. Follow the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Looking for a meaningful summer opportunity, or know someone who would be a great fit?

We’re hiring seasonal Educational Clinicians (Tutors) for in-person roles this summer. This is a great opportunity for individuals passionate about education who want to make a real impact, helping students build confidence and strengthen their reading and comprehension skills in a supportive environment.

Paid training is provided.

Learn more and apply at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
Spots are still available in our live online April teacher workshops!

Strengthen your instructional practice with:
✅ Visualizing & Verbalizing® (VV) for Comprehension and Thinking
✅ Seeing Stars® for Reading and Spelling
✅ Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing® Program (LiPS) for Reading, Spelling, and Speech

Our workshops provide evidence-based programs grounded in the Cognitive Science of Learning, with practical strategies you can apply immediately to support student success.

Availability is limited. Reserve your spot today at the link in bio, @lindamoodbellofficial.
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