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The Solar Eclipse: A Writing Activity
All across the United States, people today peered up into the skies to participate in a unique heavenly event, a solar eclipse. Were you among the many? Here’s a way to extend the... read more
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“The Buck Stops Here”
In Harry Truman’s day, people who shirked responsibility and shifted blame were accused of “passing the buck.” According to the Truman Library website, in an address at the National War College in December... read more
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The Online IEW Checklist Generator™
Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote, “The secret of education lies in respecting the pupil.” At IEW we agree. Believing the best way for a child to progress and learn is to meet him... read more
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Small Successes Matter
“Children like to do what they think they can do.” -Andrew Pudewa Dream big! Seize the day! Change the world! Our environment is full of these sorts of... read more
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When Andrew's Away: A conversation with Kristin, IEW's Customer Service Manager: Podcast Episode 102
Join us as Julie chats with Kristin Boutross, IEW's ebullient Customer Service Manager. With her many years of experience working for IEW, Kristin describes the goal of the customer service team and shares... read more
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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
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Four-Wheelers and Make-Up: A Radio Drama: Podcast Episode 100
Andrew interacts with two students in a writing workshop. Dirk is sullen and reluctant while Penelope is verbose and eclectic. Will Andrew be able to rein in Penelope and motivate Dirk while encouraging... read more
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Dad is Reading: Podcast Episode 98
With Father’s Day just around the corner, Andrew and Julie discuss the important role fathers have in the home including the tremendous benefits to be gained when dads read aloud to their children. LISTEN... read more
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Begin Reading and Writing with a Pal: IEW’s Primary Arts of Language
Do you have a new or struggling reader in your home? If so, find direction and encouragement in our June 26 webinar with Jill Pike, author of Primary Arts of Language (PAL). Jill’s... read more
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Let’s Get Personal(ity)!
# There are a lot of different personality tests floating about on the Internet these days. I have even taken a few, intrigued by the notion of what I might learn about myself. I... read more
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Interrogative Thinking – Writing from Pictures
When I first heard the phrase interrogative thinking, I was immediately drawn to follow this idea. What an interesting combination of words. Of course we want our children to think clearly, quickly, carefully,... read more
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The Solar Eclipse: A Writing Activity
All across the United States, people today peered up into the skies to participate in a unique heavenly event, a solar... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_truman_buck%20.jpg)
“The Buck Stops Here”
In Harry Truman’s day, people who shirked responsibility and shifted blame were accused of “passing the buck.” According to the Truman... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_online_checklist_generator.jpg)
The Online IEW Checklist Generator™
Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote, “The secret of education lies in respecting the pupil.” At IEW we agree. Believing the best... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_successes_matters.jpg)
Small Successes Matter
“Children like to do what they think they can do.” -Andrew Pudewa Dream big! Seize the... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_podcast_102_0.jpg)
When Andrew's Away: A conversation with Kristin, IEW's Customer Service Manager: Podcast Episode 102
Join us as Julie chats with Kristin Boutross, IEW's ebullient Customer Service Manager. With her many years of experience working for... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_jills_gems.jpg)
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
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/podcast_100.jpg)
Four-Wheelers and Make-Up: A Radio Drama: Podcast Episode 100
Andrew interacts with two students in a writing workshop. Dirk is sullen and reluctant while Penelope is verbose and eclectic. Will... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_podcast_98.jpg)
Dad is Reading: Podcast Episode 98
With Father’s Day just around the corner, Andrew and Julie discuss the important role fathers have in the home including the... read more
![](https://iew.comhttps://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_pal_1.jpg)
Begin Reading and Writing with a Pal: IEW’s Primary Arts of Language
Do you have a new or struggling reader in your home? If so, find direction and encouragement in our June 26... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_lets_get_personality.jpg)
Let’s Get Personal(ity)!
# There are a lot of different personality tests floating about on the Internet these days. I have even taken a few,... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_photos.jpg)
Interrogative Thinking – Writing from Pictures
When I first heard the phrase interrogative thinking, I was immediately drawn to follow this idea. What an interesting combination of... read more