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Flying Solo with Teaching Writing: Structure and Style: Part 1
Once upon a time, IEW offered a single product—Teaching Writing: Structure and Style (TWSS). Since then the TWSS has undergone a few updates with the most recent one occurring in 2015 (TWSS2). Additionally... 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 eclipse. Were you among the many? Here’s a way to extend the... read more
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World Emoji Day ?
It was late in the evening on July 17, and I was mindlessly scrolling through my news feed on my tablet when a small blurb caught my eye. It was World Emoji Day.... 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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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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Editing Matters!
For every benefit that our modern device-based technologies bring, there is a cost, and autocorrect is no exception. For those who use this tool, muddled messes can arise when they send messages without... read more
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Checklists—Not Just for Enchiladas!
Has this ever happened to you? I had a crisis the other day. The week had been a crazy one, and when I opened the pantry door at 4:45 PM, I realized I... read more
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Interview with Teresa Hudson, President of the NCFCA: Podcast Episode 69
Join Andrew and Julie as they interview Teresa Hudson, the President of the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association (NCFCA). Learn how speech and debate enhance students’ communication skills as well as foster... read more
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Where are they now? Becky Harris: Olympic Journalist
For most of us, watching the Olympics on television is the closest we’ll ever be to the thousands of athletes from across the globe who arrive to compete. Even if we had the... read more
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Hot Off the Press! Following Narnia Volume 2: Aslan’s Country
Narnia lovers, rejoice! If you’ve used and loved Following Narnia® Volume 1: The Lion’s Song, you’ll be delighted to know that IEW has recently released the sequel: Following Narnia® Volume 2: Aslan’s Country.... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_flying_solo.jpg)
Flying Solo with Teaching Writing: Structure and Style: Part 1
Once upon a time, IEW offered a single product—Teaching Writing: Structure and Style (TWSS). Since then the TWSS has undergone a... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_solar_eclipse.jpg)
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_emoji_day.jpg)
World Emoji Day ?
It was late in the evening on July 17, and I was mindlessly scrolling through my news feed on my tablet... 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/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
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_pen_blue.jpg)
Editing Matters!
For every benefit that our modern device-based technologies bring, there is a cost, and autocorrect is no exception. For those who... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_writing_outside_0.jpg)
Checklists—Not Just for Enchiladas!
Has this ever happened to you? I had a crisis the other day. The week had been a crazy one, and... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_podcast_69.jpg)
Interview with Teresa Hudson, President of the NCFCA: Podcast Episode 69
Join Andrew and Julie as they interview Teresa Hudson, the President of the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association (NCFCA). Learn... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_WATN_becky_harris.jpg)
Where are they now? Becky Harris: Olympic Journalist
For most of us, watching the Olympics on television is the closest we’ll ever be to the thousands of athletes from... read more
![](https://storage.googleapis.com/iew-public-production/files/images/blog_FP_following_narnia.jpg)
Hot Off the Press! Following Narnia Volume 2: Aslan’s Country
Narnia lovers, rejoice! If you’ve used and loved Following Narnia® Volume 1: The Lion’s Song, you’ll be delighted to know that... read more