Special Education Series Part One: Structure and Style™ and Language-Based Learning Disabilities
by Linda Mikottis and Jean Nichols If you are a classroom teacher, chances are you have a number of students in your classroom with a language-based learning disability. Whether your students have been formally... read more
Where are They Now? Alayna Mitchell: A Passion for Writing
Occasionally we get calls from parents of older children who are just starting out with IEW. They are worried that their students are starting too late for it to really work well. Alayna... read more
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
From the Forums: Penmanship and Perfectionism
Our forums are a wonderful community space where members gather to ask questions, encourage each other, and share successes. Jill Pike, Accomplished IEW Instructor and author, pops in from time to time, offering... read more
Mothers Matter
Happy Mother’s Day! May is a fantastic month to take a look at the benefits and blessings of motherhood. While raising children can certainly bring about a few gray hairs, it may be... read more
Mother: Creating a Legacy of Love and Learning
In 1988 my parents decided that home education was the best option for our family. We lived in California at the time, and other families in our church also homeschooled. Little did we... read more
Customer Service Answers: A Little (More) Help Along the Way—Additional IEW Resources
Last week we answered some common questions we receive about some of the supplementary resources we sell to support parents and educators as they teach IEW writing to their children. This week we... read more
Interview with Susan Ison, Director of the Victus Study Skills System: Podcast Episode 91
Join Andrew and Julie as they interview Susan Ison, the president of the Victus Study Skills System. Using both her experience and knowledge, Susan explains the process of her system, the value of... read more
Where are they Now? Jamie Poston: Robotics Researcher
Do writing skills really matter if you are wanting to pursue a STEM pathway? Jamie Poston, a computer science and engineering major at the University of Nevada, Reno, would absolutely assert that they... read more
A Poem for National Arbor Day
Today is National Arbor Day, a day that recognizes the significance of trees in our world. It is a day to enjoy outside, perhaps by planting a tree. First officially celebrated in Nebraska... read more
Laughing and Learning: A Match Made in Heaven
James Thurber, a famous American humorist, once said, “Humor is a serious thing. I like to think of it as one of our greatest earliest natural resources, which must be preserved at all... read more
“Simplicity with Great Rewards”: Linguistic Development through Poetry Memorization
As April begins to wind down and National Poetry Month comes to a close for another year, you may be wondering how to keep the poetry going. After all, poetry is beautiful, and... read more
Primary Arts of Language: Summer Reinforcement Ideas that Don’t Steal Your Sanity
It’s that time of year again! The days are lengthening. Moms are beginning to see the light at the end of the math book. Kids are squirrely to be done with school. But... read more
The Poetical Prowess of Andrew Pudewa
Did you know that IEW has its own YouTube channel? We do! And in honor of National Poetry month, we want to highlight a few videos of our very own Andrew Pudewa reciting... read more
Barbara Freeman: Championing the University-Model® School
I recently had the opportunity to speak with a remarkable woman—Barbara Freeman. With sincerity, passion, and more energy than most, Barbara diligently works to advance the message of the University-Model school. How did... 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
Poetry Matters!
We all know it: "The Alphabet Song." The earliest written example of the song was by the French composer Bouin in 1761. This simple poetic technique has been used now for centuries to... read more
Where are They Now? Michael Megelsh: Author, Instructor, Historian
For those of us who are still in the midst of homeschooling, it is encouraging to hear stories of those who have graduated and are pursuing their life's goals. We recently caught up with... read more
Poetry in the House: Celebrating Some of Our Own
April is National Poetry Month, and we couldn’t think of a better time of the year to celebrate it! All around us springs up new growth, and it seems a perfect time to... read more
A World of Difference
I love spring! It evokes so many memories for me. The trickle of the snow melting off the roof, the poke of a tiny green crocus shoot, and the excitement of the homeschool... read more
A Simple Focus on What Works: Dr. Webster’s Two-Question Test
Teachers by nature are seekers of new and innovative tools to improve our teaching. We sign up for workshops, attend in-services, read books, and scour social media for strategies to add to our... read more
Special Education Series Part One: Structure and Style™ and Language-Based Learning Disabilities
by Linda Mikottis and Jean Nichols If you are a classroom teacher, chances are you have a number of students in your... read more
Where are They Now? Alayna Mitchell: A Passion for Writing
Occasionally we get calls from parents of older children who are just starting out with IEW. They are worried that their... read more
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
From the Forums: Penmanship and Perfectionism
Our forums are a wonderful community space where members gather to ask questions, encourage each other, and share successes. Jill Pike,... read more
Mothers Matter
Happy Mother’s Day! May is a fantastic month to take a look at the benefits and blessings of motherhood. While raising... read more
Mother: Creating a Legacy of Love and Learning
In 1988 my parents decided that home education was the best option for our family. We lived in California at the... read more
Customer Service Answers: A Little (More) Help Along the Way—Additional IEW Resources
Last week we answered some common questions we receive about some of the supplementary resources we sell to support parents and... read more
Interview with Susan Ison, Director of the Victus Study Skills System: Podcast Episode 91
Join Andrew and Julie as they interview Susan Ison, the president of the Victus Study Skills System. Using both her experience... read more
Where are they Now? Jamie Poston: Robotics Researcher
Do writing skills really matter if you are wanting to pursue a STEM pathway? Jamie Poston, a computer science and engineering... read more
A Poem for National Arbor Day
Today is National Arbor Day, a day that recognizes the significance of trees in our world. It is a day to... read more
Laughing and Learning: A Match Made in Heaven
James Thurber, a famous American humorist, once said, “Humor is a serious thing. I like to think of it as one... read more
“Simplicity with Great Rewards”: Linguistic Development through Poetry Memorization
As April begins to wind down and National Poetry Month comes to a close for another year, you may be wondering... read more
Primary Arts of Language: Summer Reinforcement Ideas that Don’t Steal Your Sanity
It’s that time of year again! The days are lengthening. Moms are beginning to see the light at the end of... read more
The Poetical Prowess of Andrew Pudewa
Did you know that IEW has its own YouTube channel? We do! And in honor of National Poetry month, we want... read more
Barbara Freeman: Championing the University-Model® School
I recently had the opportunity to speak with a remarkable woman—Barbara Freeman. With sincerity, passion, and more energy than most, Barbara... 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
Poetry Matters!
We all know it: "The Alphabet Song." The earliest written example of the song was by the French composer Bouin in... read more
Where are They Now? Michael Megelsh: Author, Instructor, Historian
For those of us who are still in the midst of homeschooling, it is encouraging to hear stories of those who have... read more
Poetry in the House: Celebrating Some of Our Own
April is National Poetry Month, and we couldn’t think of a better time of the year to celebrate it! All around... read more
A World of Difference
I love spring! It evokes so many memories for me. The trickle of the snow melting off the roof, the poke... read more
A Simple Focus on What Works: Dr. Webster’s Two-Question Test
Teachers by nature are seekers of new and innovative tools to improve our teaching. We sign up for workshops, attend in-services,... read more
