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 for…
The first time Alyssa complained of a stomach ache, she was allowed to stay home from school to rest. But when Alyssa’s stomach started to hurt almost every day, her mother, Sharon, began to suspect that it was more than just a “bug” or a virus going around. Hoping to find out why her…
You may find your child’s report card crumpled up in the bottom of his backpack or hidden in the back of his dresser drawers. He may not even understand what the letters or numbers stand for — he just knows he’s seen a lot of angry red marks on his test papers. Or maybe…
Those who are new to Lindamood-Bell may be more familiar with traditional tutoring and accommodations which are conducted over the course of semesters or years. Therefore, our daily instruction, that changes reading or comprehension in a short period of time, may be unfamiliar. An “intensive care” learning environment can be ideal for students who are…
Our success with students starts with our unique Learning Ability Evaluation. We identify strengths and weaknesses that may be affecting performance in reading, comprehension, and maths. Learning Ability Evaluation 10+ standardised measures of reading, comprehension, and maths Identification of strengths and weaknesses Online or at one of our locations Consultation to explain findings…
When a student struggles with reading, extra help typically focuses on sounding out words and spelling rules. Unfortunately, after months of hard work and frustration, many students continue to struggle with year-level text. Perhaps they can sound out words, but it is slow and laboured. They may take so long to sound out…
DREAM BIG for learning this summer! Meet Nanci Bell and experience her lifelong passion for making a difference. Learn about summer instruction for reading, comprehension, and maths. Find a learning centre near you, including many Learning Camp locations, or call us. Double Bay (02) 9328 7119 | Chatswood (02) 9410…
If school is not always easy for your child, you may have mixed feelings about using summertime for learning. While we all look forward to rest and relaxation, parents of struggling students have an opportunity to use summer to give their child the ultimate gift of learning — to ensure a great next year. …
You may find your child’s report card crumpled up in the bottom of her backpack or hidden in the back of her dresser drawers. She may not even understand what the letters or numbers stand for — she just knows she’s seen a lot of angry red marks on her test papers. Or maybe…
