Are You a Part of a Read-Aloud Family? A Conversation with Sarah Mackenzie
Reading aloud to your students is one of the most important things you can do as an educator. Reading aloud makes language and story come alive. It transports children to different places, times,... read more
The Benefits of Entering Writing Contests
I started IEW when my twins were in fifth grade. I bought my Teaching Writing: Structure and Style (TWSS) in the spring. Truth be told, I was a little intimidated to begin, so... read more
The Littlest Learners
The back-to-school season is a special one. Students are sharpening their pencils and pulling out their notebooks in preparation for a full year of learning. Amidst the hubbub and the roar—at risk of... read more
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: An Interview with Boy Mom author Monica Swanson
A little over a year ago the podcast team invited Monica Swanson, blogger and homeschool mom, onto the program. This time roles were reversed, as Monica used the time to interview Andrew to... read more
Thesis Statement or Topic Sentence?
Occasionally at IEW our customer service team will receive questions about the differences between topic sentences and thesis statements. Hopefully this blog post will dispel any confusion between the two and empower you... read more
What’s Your IEW®️ Story?
My story began like many others’. Several years ago I heard about this fabulous written expression program called IEW from a friend of mine. I was intrigued. Later when I attended my state’s... read more
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Contrived and Enforced Relevancy, Part 3
The discussion about relevancy continues with the third installment of this classic IEW podcast series. During the podcast, Andrew and Julie discuss the final two forms of relevancy: contrived and enforced relevancy. You... read more
From the Forums: On IEW and the Essay
Our online forums are a welcoming space where you can ask questions, share support, and feel encouraged. A community of people who share a common goal—teaching writing—the forums are supported by not only... read more
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Inspired Relevancy Part 2
This week we continue the theme of relevancy by revisiting the second part of the 3-part podcast series on relevancy. The topic of this week’s classic is inspired relevancy. Listen again—or for your... read more
EZ+1 Reiterated
Accomplished instructor and IEW author Jill Pike has provided invaluable advice to many IEW teachers and parents. Much of it reiterates the EZ+1 philosophy. In this particular exchange she helps a co-op instructor... read more
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Intrinsic Relevancy Part 1
We are excited to invite you to the first Reviewing Our Greatest Hits podcast episode. In this first of a 3-episode series, Andrew introduces the highest form of relevancy, intrinsic relevancy. Enjoy listening... read more
Earning Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through Liberty University
Calling all teachers in need of continuing education units! Did you know that IEW partners with Liberty University to offer these units to individuals who complete the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style (TWSS) course and practicum... read more
A Poem to Inspire Written and Spoken Language
Language has always fascinated me. When I speak and write, I am always trying to find ways to paint a vivid picture of my thoughts and ideas to the listener or reader through... read more
Three Powerful Courses for Preparing Students for College
I’ve been journeying through this thing called homeschooling for some time now. This family adventure began when my oldest, who is now entering his senior year of college, stayed home to learn his... read more
Living with Dyslexia, Part 2: A Conversation with Chris Pudewa: Podcast Episode 198
The conversation about dyslexia continues between Chris Pudewa and Julie Walker in Podcast Episode 198. In this second part of the two-part podcast, Chris focuses on his experiences while growing up. Find out... read more
On Marking and Grading
Parents and teachers who use IEW’s approach to teaching writing love it. Structure and Style®️ provides the direction and framework, making the job of teaching writing concrete and enjoyable for instructor and student... read more
Usage: Lay or Lie?
Lay versus lie. These two verbs perennially perplex even the most astute grammarian in terms of correct usage. Hopefully in today’s blog post, we can help you feel more confident as you use... read more
Living with Dyslexia, Part 1, a Conversation with Chris Pudewa: Podcast Episode 197
While Andrew was out of the office traveling last week, Julie Walker welcomed his son, Chris Pudewa, into the studio. Chris, Andrew’s only son, is dyslexic. In Podcast Episode 197, the first of... read more
Savoring the Sweetness of Summer
Doldrums. The word describes a feeling of lassitude or torpor and was derived from an area called the doldrums, located around the equator. Having very little air movement, sailing vessels can sometimes become... read more
Learning about the Third Edition of Bible-Based Writing Lessons: Podcast Episode 196✝
Once upon a time, there was only one IEW product—Teaching Writing: Structure and Style. It empowered, and continues to empower, teachers and parents to take the methodology back into their classrooms and homes... read more
Tutoring Online with IEW—Tips and Tools
Online tutoring is growing by leaps and bounds, and as it grows, more and more tools are being developed to support that environment. In this second installment of a two-part blog post dedicated... read more
Are You a Part of a Read-Aloud Family? A Conversation with Sarah Mackenzie
Reading aloud to your students is one of the most important things you can do as an educator. Reading aloud makes... read more
The Benefits of Entering Writing Contests
I started IEW when my twins were in fifth grade. I bought my Teaching Writing: Structure and Style (TWSS) in the... read more
The Littlest Learners
The back-to-school season is a special one. Students are sharpening their pencils and pulling out their notebooks in preparation for a... read more
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: An Interview with Boy Mom author Monica Swanson
A little over a year ago the podcast team invited Monica Swanson, blogger and homeschool mom, onto the program. This time... read more
Thesis Statement or Topic Sentence?
Occasionally at IEW our customer service team will receive questions about the differences between topic sentences and thesis statements. Hopefully this... read more
What’s Your IEW®️ Story?
My story began like many others’. Several years ago I heard about this fabulous written expression program called IEW from a... read more
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Contrived and Enforced Relevancy, Part 3
The discussion about relevancy continues with the third installment of this classic IEW podcast series. During the podcast, Andrew and Julie... read more
From the Forums: On IEW and the Essay
Our online forums are a welcoming space where you can ask questions, share support, and feel encouraged. A community of people... read more
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Inspired Relevancy Part 2
This week we continue the theme of relevancy by revisiting the second part of the 3-part podcast series on relevancy. The... read more
EZ+1 Reiterated
Accomplished instructor and IEW author Jill Pike has provided invaluable advice to many IEW teachers and parents. Much of it reiterates... read more
Reviewing Our Greatest Hits: The Four Forms of Relevancy: Intrinsic Relevancy Part 1
We are excited to invite you to the first Reviewing Our Greatest Hits podcast episode. In this first of a 3-episode... read more
Earning Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through Liberty University
Calling all teachers in need of continuing education units! Did you know that IEW partners with Liberty University to offer these units... read more
A Poem to Inspire Written and Spoken Language
Language has always fascinated me. When I speak and write, I am always trying to find ways to paint a vivid... read more
Three Powerful Courses for Preparing Students for College
I’ve been journeying through this thing called homeschooling for some time now. This family adventure began when my oldest, who is... read more
Living with Dyslexia, Part 2: A Conversation with Chris Pudewa: Podcast Episode 198
The conversation about dyslexia continues between Chris Pudewa and Julie Walker in Podcast Episode 198. In this second part of the... read more
On Marking and Grading
Parents and teachers who use IEW’s approach to teaching writing love it. Structure and Style®️ provides the direction and framework, making... read more
Usage: Lay or Lie?
Lay versus lie. These two verbs perennially perplex even the most astute grammarian in terms of correct usage. Hopefully in today’s... read more
Living with Dyslexia, Part 1, a Conversation with Chris Pudewa: Podcast Episode 197
While Andrew was out of the office traveling last week, Julie Walker welcomed his son, Chris Pudewa, into the studio. Chris,... read more
Savoring the Sweetness of Summer
Doldrums. The word describes a feeling of lassitude or torpor and was derived from an area called the doldrums, located around... read more
Learning about the Third Edition of Bible-Based Writing Lessons: Podcast Episode 196✝
Once upon a time, there was only one IEW product—Teaching Writing: Structure and Style. It empowered, and continues to empower, teachers... read more
Tutoring Online with IEW—Tips and Tools
Online tutoring is growing by leaps and bounds, and as it grows, more and more tools are being developed to support... read more
