Latin: Finding Joy in the Challenge
“Who learns Latin? Why on earth are they learning Latin? Latin is a dead language!” I boldly stated in ignorance a few years ago. As I was contemplating the next steps on our homeschooling... read more
Thank You, Mrs. Texley!
When I was a junior in high school, I enrolled in my first English class with Mrs. Texley. She taught honors English to eleventh and twelfth graders in my small-town Kansas high school.... read more
Are You a Follower?
At IEW we have a lot happening all of the time. And it’s all good stuff, too! From the writing contests to the product giveaways to the podcasts, there is always something new... read more
Showing Some Style: Podcast Episodes 126a and 126b
Writing the “IEW way” comprises a twofold approach: structure and style. Students practice combining these two elements, and over time, assuming the teacher provides the right ingredients along with a rich learning environment,... read more
Showing Style: Fun with Vivid Verbs!
Are you finding it a bit challenging to get back into the swing of things after the winter pause? Do you have a classroom of listless children you are struggling to re-engage? One... read more
Charting Your Vision for Success
2017 is over and done, and 2018 has arrived. Each year, people make grandiose resolutions for how they’ll change their lives. But many allow their resolve to shrivel, their tenacity to wither, and... read more
The Gift of Teaching
“In addition to using the right teaching method and having patience while children mature, we must also have the right attitude in coaching our students.” – Andrew Pudewa As the Christmas season settles itself... read more
Jill’s Gems: There is Value in the (Brain)storm
As we seek to teach stylistic techniques to our students, it is easy to search for ways to streamline the process. One of these temptations is the worksheet. Filled with practice sentences and... read more
Kids in Parks
Summertime is a wonderful time of the year. It’s a time of rest and rejuvenation. It’s a span of time when children find themselves unburdened with homework and instead have plenty of opportunities... read more
Jill’s Gems: Graphic Organizers or Key Word Outlines?
Not long ago in the forum, we had a member ask about using a graphic organizer in place of a key word outline. Jill Pike, IEW Accomplished Instructor and author, responded with her... read more
Laying a Firm Foundation
My daughter and I have enjoyed venturing back into ancient history studies this past year. Of the four-year history cycle that we study, it has always been my favorite. And out of ancient... read more
Latin: Finding Joy in the Challenge
“Who learns Latin? Why on earth are they learning Latin? Latin is a dead language!” I boldly stated in ignorance a... read more
Thank You, Mrs. Texley!
When I was a junior in high school, I enrolled in my first English class with Mrs. Texley. She taught honors... read more
Are You a Follower?
At IEW we have a lot happening all of the time. And it’s all good stuff, too! From the writing contests... read more
Showing Some Style: Podcast Episodes 126a and 126b
Writing the “IEW way” comprises a twofold approach: structure and style. Students practice combining these two elements, and over time, assuming... read more
Showing Style: Fun with Vivid Verbs!
Are you finding it a bit challenging to get back into the swing of things after the winter pause? Do you... read more
Charting Your Vision for Success
2017 is over and done, and 2018 has arrived. Each year, people make grandiose resolutions for how they’ll change their lives.... read more
The Gift of Teaching
“In addition to using the right teaching method and having patience while children mature, we must also have the right attitude... read more
Jill’s Gems: There is Value in the (Brain)storm
As we seek to teach stylistic techniques to our students, it is easy to search for ways to streamline the process.... read more
Kids in Parks
Summertime is a wonderful time of the year. It’s a time of rest and rejuvenation. It’s a span of time when... read more
Jill’s Gems: Graphic Organizers or Key Word Outlines?
Not long ago in the forum, we had a member ask about using a graphic organizer in place of a key... read more
Laying a Firm Foundation
My daughter and I have enjoyed venturing back into ancient history studies this past year. Of the four-year history cycle that... read more
