“He took off when he learned to read.” | Lindamood-Bell for Schools
Waseem’s journey is a powerful example of what’s possible when students receive the right instruction. Born deaf and facing significant communication and reading challenges, Waseem struggled with literacy throughout school and received special education services for reading. Through Kentwood Public Schools’ partnership with Lindamood-Bell, his teacher, Sandy Schwartz, was trained in the Seeing Stars® program…
Making a Difference for Students in Jamaica | Lindamood-Bell for Schools
Over the past six years, more than 256 teachers from across Jamaica have received Lindamood-Bell professional development and coaching to increase literacy for struggling readers and students with learning disabilities. The initiative is endorsed by the Ministry of Education and Youth and Information, and is in collaboration with the Culture, Health, Arts, Sports and Education…
Michelle Downs, Elementary School Principal, Kentwood Public Schools | Lindamood-Bell
Kentwood Public Schools in Michigan is truly global, serving students from over 60 countries who speak more than 70 languages. Michelle Downs, school principal, discusses how the district integrates sensory-cognitive instruction with early education, general education curriculum, and intervention. Years ago, as a special education teacher, Ms. Downs received ongoing Lindamood-Bell professional development. She…
Fort Smith Public Schools Special Education – Fort Smith, AR | Lindamood-Bell for Schools
Fort Smith Public Schools special educators describe how Lindamood-Bell professional development has helped them make a difference for students.
Voices from Workshops
I have been a teacher for the last fourteen years and that includes a Special Education background. The fact that Lindamood-Bell addresses the underlying issues, that really appeals to me because you’re going right to the source! You’re dealing with the underlying problem and you’re not trying to accommodate.
A Teacher’s Testimonial
Educator Dorit Battaglia discusses how her rural school district successfully addresses the learning needs of a diverse student population using the Lindamood-Bell approach.
Helping Sydney See the Stars
Sydney was a bright student who struggled with reading. Even in sixth grade, she sounded out short common words laboriously. After years of making slow progress with Sydney, Special Educator Sonya Bledsoe tried something new … and changed Sydney’s life forever! Sonya tells us their story.
Lindamood-Bell® Online Workshops
I just wanted to say that I consider myself a “connoisseur” of online courses LOL!…
Why Can’t My Bright Child Read?
Tallulah was struggling at school and wasn’t able to read despite being extremely bright. Watch a video to hear her mom describe how Lindamood-Bell instruction changed their family’s life.
Literacy Instruction
Lindamood-Bell® is wonderful — it’s so complete. I wish I had knowledge of it years ago!
