Learnability’s Seeing Stars Program
The Seeing Stars® program is a groundbreaking educational approach developed by Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes. It is designed to enhance reading and spelling skills through the development of symbol imagery—the ability to visualize sounds and letters within words. This program, along with the visualizing and verbalizing program, has proven to be particularly beneficial for children and adults with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning challenges.
Symbol Imagery in Reading
Symbol imagery is a crucial skill for reading. It allows individuals to create mental images of letters and words, which significantly improves reading fluency and comprehension. The Seeing Stars® program focuses on developing this skill, helping learners visualize the identity, number, and sequence of sounds and letters within words.
Seeing Stars Program for Reading
The Seeing Stars® program enhances reading skills by improving word attack, word recognition, and reading fluency. It uses a systematic and engaging approach to instruction, making learning to read enjoyable and effective. By fostering strong symbol imagery, the program helps children decode words more accurately and read with greater ease and confidence.
Seeing Stars Program for Spelling
Spelling can be a challenging skill to master, but the Seeing Stars® program offers a unique and effective approach. By teaching students to visualize the letters within words, it enhances their ability to spell correctly. This visual-spatial strategy supports long-term retention and recall of spelling patterns, making spelling more intuitive and less frustrating for learners.
Benefits of the Seeing Stars Program
- Enhanced Reading Fluency: The program helps children read more smoothly and quickly by improving their ability to recognize and decode words.
- Improved Comprehension: By developing strong symbol imagery and fluency, children can better understand and remember what they read.
- Effective Spelling Skills: The visual strategies taught in the program lead to more accurate and confident spelling alongside with the talkies program.
- Engaging Learning Experience: The interactive and systematic approach keeps children motivated and involved in their learning journey.
The Instruction We Provide
At Learnability, we provide personalized instruction tailored to each child’s unique needs. Our approach includes:
- One-on-One Sessions: Focused attention to address individual learning challenges, often guided by a special needs tutor.
- Interactive Activities: Engaging tasks that reinforce symbol imagery.
- Progress Monitoring: Regular assessments to track improvements and adjust strategies.
- Parent Involvement: Guidance for parents to support their child’s learning at home.
Who Can Benefit from the Seeing Stars Program?
The Seeing Stars® program is suitable for learners of all ages and skill levels, including those with:
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- Dyslexia
- ADHD
- General reading difficulties
- Weak phonemic awareness
- Struggles with sight words and spelling
How the Program Works
The Seeing Stars® program begins by assessing each student’s unique needs and tailoring instruction to develop their symbol imagery skills. The program uses a combination of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities to reinforce learning and ensure students can apply their new skills in real-world reading and spelling situations.
Common Challenges that Children Face
Many children face specific challenges that can be addressed by the Seeing Stars® program:
- Learning the Alphabet: Difficulty with letter-sound associations.
- Sounding Out Words: Struggles with phonics rules and consistent application.
- Memorizing Sight Words: Repeatedly sounding out the same word on a page.
- Confusing Similar Words: Mixing up words like “then”, “them”, and “they”.
- Letter Reversals: Frequent confusion with letters like “b/d” and “p/g/q”.
- Blending Sounds: Choppy pronunciation of words.
- Spelling: Reliance on phonetic spelling with poor retention.
- Reading Fluently: Difficulty reading smoothly and accurately.
- Reading Comprehension: Poor recall of read content due to energy spent on decoding.
Proven Success
Research and testimonials from parents and educators highlight the effectiveness of the Seeing Stars Program. Many children have shown significant improvements in reading and spelling, leading to better academic performance and increased self-esteem.
Key Features
- Personalized Instruction: Each child receives tailored lessons based on their specific needs and progress.
- Engaging Materials: The program uses fun and interactive tools to keep children motivated and excited about learning.
- Expert Guidance: Trained professionals lead the sessions, ensuring that your child receives the best possible support.
Why Choose Us?
Choosing the right educational program for your child can be overwhelming. Here’s why the Seeing Stars Program stands out:
- Holistic Approach: It addresses both the cognitive and emotional aspects of learning.
- Flexible Delivery: Available both in-person and online, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- Proven Track Record: Backed by years of research and countless success stories.
Join Our Seeing Stars Program Today!
Are you ready to help your child reach for the stars? The Seeing Stars Program at Learnability is here to guide you every step of the way. Our dedicated team is passionate about making learning an enjoyable and successful journey for every child.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. How is the Seeing Stars Program structured?
A. This curriculum aims to build foundational reading and spelling skills through sensory-cognitive instruction
1. Designed for struggling readers, including those with dyslexia
2. Focuses on symbol imagery to improve reading and spelling
3. Structured, cumulative, and systematic instruction
4. Uses teacher-led, diagnostic, and prescriptive teaching methods
5. Comprehensive kits with manuals and workbooks provided
6. Offers four levels of professional development for educators
Q. What materials or resources are required for the Seeing Stars Program?
A. The Seeing Stars program requires a comprehensive kit that includes a teacher’s manual, consonant and vowel cards, syllable boards, syllable card sets, Star Words cards, and progress monitoring charts.
Q. What is the duration of the Seeing Stars Program?
A. The Seeing Stars program typically involves daily sessions of 45–60 minutes over 80–120 lessons, with adjustments based on individual student needs.
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