Applying IEW across Your School
Like many people, I first became acquainted with IEW while I was homeschooling my children, and I taught IEW in homeschool co-ops for many years. However, when my kids were grown, I started... read more
How IEW Teaches Thinking
Since thinking begins with asking questions, IEW’s Structure and Style® methodology is the perfect place to practice thinking. Far from being formulas or templates, the structural models and the stylistic techniques provide tools... read more
Teacher Spotlight: Laura McMahon, Ivywood Classical Academy
Laura McMahon is a middle-school teacher at Ivywood Classical Academy, a tuition-free public school located in Plymouth, Michigan. Ivywood Classical Academy is a Hillsdale College Member School. How many students do you have? In seventh... read more
Streamlining Research with Unit 6
IEW teaches students to write with structure and with style. Style includes vocabulary. Structure is the elements found in compositions. Throughout the year students progress through nine structural units. At this point in the... read more
Mining for Gems: 2025 Public Domain Additions
While many people believe that Christmas caps the gift-giving season, New Year’s Day heralds fresh gifts galore: new contributions to the public domain. The public domain, a collection of works that no longer... read more
What Is Thinking?
For several years in our house, I would often respond, “Don’t make me do your thinking for you!” when one of my children would ask for help in making a decision. IEW’s theme... read more
Teacher Training Method Options: Video Training through Individual Streaming
Finding enough time to train your teachers in a group setting can be a challenge. Administrators’ schedules are busier than ever, and teachers have plenty to do in their classrooms without requiring them... read more
Teacher Training Method Options: Video Training as a Group
Part one of this series on teacher training method options described Video Training through Individual Streaming. A more affordable option is to provide professional development for your whole staff or small groups using... read more
Many Educational Choices: One Writing Method Private Tutoring at Home
People are unique. Just as some people feel most at home in an urban environment, others chafe at the sounds and sights of the city and long for the quiet comfort of a... read more
Many Educational Choices: One Writing Method Formal Co-ops
We are blessed to live in a time where there are many educational options available for our students. The beauty of IEW methodology is that it is easily adaptable to most educational settings.... read more
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Perfecting Style with Time and Practice
IEW’s Structure and Style® methodology trains students to write by teaching structure and style. Structure refers to the way a paper is arranged. What is style? In writing style refers to the language—words,... read more
Getting Started with a Surprise Gift!
It is Day 12, and we are excited to announce the surprise gifts that close out IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving celebration! This year, IEW is giving you not one but two... read more
Getting Started with Premium Membership
The gift on Day 11 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving is a gift that keeps on giving! Be sure you are registered for the event to receive the email with links... read more
Getting Started with Methods for Learning Differences
Welcome to Day 10 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving! So far IEW has shared gifts to support grammar, spelling, speaking, and writing. Today’s gifts support students with learning differences and the... read more
Getting Started with College Preparation
On Day 9 of the Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, IEW is giving you two weeks of the University-Ready Writing video course. Be sure you are registered for the event to receive the... read more
Getting Started with Introduction to Public Speaking
The gifts on Day 8 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving provide everything you need to start your students on the path to becoming confident and competent public speakers. Be sure you... read more
Getting Started with Poetry
On Day 7 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, the sweet sounds of verse fill the air as the focus turns to poetry. The Christmas season is a perfect time to enjoy... read more
Getting Started with Primary Materials
On Day 6 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, we offer several gifts to help with your youngest learners. Be sure you are registered for the event to receive the email with... read more
Getting Started with The Phonetic Zoo
Spelling can be a challenging subject for many students. Perhaps students struggle because many spelling programs rely heavily on visual input. The Day 5 gifts for IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving help... read more
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Getting Started with Fix It! Grammar
On Day 4 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, IEW is giving the perfect gift for helping new and veteran IEW families and teachers tackle the often-daunting task of implementing grammar with... read more
Getting Started with Theme-Based Writing Lessons
On Day 3 of Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, IEW is giving you a three-week sample of three theme-based writing lessons. Be sure you are registered for the event to receive the email... read more
Applying IEW across Your School
Like many people, I first became acquainted with IEW while I was homeschooling my children, and I taught IEW in homeschool... read more
How IEW Teaches Thinking
Since thinking begins with asking questions, IEW’s Structure and Style® methodology is the perfect place to practice thinking. Far from being... read more
Teacher Spotlight: Laura McMahon, Ivywood Classical Academy
Laura McMahon is a middle-school teacher at Ivywood Classical Academy, a tuition-free public school located in Plymouth, Michigan. Ivywood Classical Academy... read more
Streamlining Research with Unit 6
IEW teaches students to write with structure and with style. Style includes vocabulary. Structure is the elements found in compositions. Throughout... read more
Mining for Gems: 2025 Public Domain Additions
While many people believe that Christmas caps the gift-giving season, New Year’s Day heralds fresh gifts galore: new contributions to the... read more
What Is Thinking?
For several years in our house, I would often respond, “Don’t make me do your thinking for you!” when one of... read more
Teacher Training Method Options: Video Training through Individual Streaming
Finding enough time to train your teachers in a group setting can be a challenge. Administrators’ schedules are busier than ever,... read more
Teacher Training Method Options: Video Training as a Group
Part one of this series on teacher training method options described Video Training through Individual Streaming. A more affordable option is... read more
Many Educational Choices: One Writing Method Private Tutoring at Home
People are unique. Just as some people feel most at home in an urban environment, others chafe at the sounds and... read more
Many Educational Choices: One Writing Method Formal Co-ops
We are blessed to live in a time where there are many educational options available for our students. The beauty of... read more
Perfecting Style with Time and Practice
IEW’s Structure and Style® methodology trains students to write by teaching structure and style. Structure refers to the way a paper... read more
Getting Started with a Surprise Gift!
It is Day 12, and we are excited to announce the surprise gifts that close out IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas... read more
Getting Started with Premium Membership
The gift on Day 11 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving is a gift that keeps on giving! Be sure... read more
Getting Started with Methods for Learning Differences
Welcome to Day 10 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving! So far IEW has shared gifts to support grammar, spelling,... read more
Getting Started with College Preparation
On Day 9 of the Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, IEW is giving you two weeks of the University-Ready Writing video... read more
Getting Started with Introduction to Public Speaking
The gifts on Day 8 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving provide everything you need to start your students on... read more
Getting Started with Poetry
On Day 7 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, the sweet sounds of verse fill the air as the focus... read more
Getting Started with Primary Materials
On Day 6 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, we offer several gifts to help with your youngest learners. Be... read more
Getting Started with The Phonetic Zoo
Spelling can be a challenging subject for many students. Perhaps students struggle because many spelling programs rely heavily on visual input.... read more
Getting Started with Fix It! Grammar
On Day 4 of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, IEW is giving the perfect gift for helping new and veteran... read more
Getting Started with Theme-Based Writing Lessons
On Day 3 of Twelve Days of Christmas Giving, IEW is giving you a three-week sample of three theme-based writing lessons.... read more
