Share the Joy!
Christmas. For many the word conjures up thoughts of brightly decorated Christmas trees, savory scents of cinnamon, cloves, and ginger wafting from the kitchen, and merry sounds of traditional Christmas carols sung on... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 350
Since 2015 Andrew and Julie have been adding to the “Ask Andrew Anything” series. The series is an opportunity for Andrew to respond directly to questions asked by our podcast listeners. This week... read more
Helping Reluctant Writers Write with Style
Today's post is the final installment in a three-part series that explains the Structure and Style method. Part 1 examined four roadblocks associated with learning to write. Part 2 introduced structure. In this... read more
The Goodness of Memory: Podcast Episode 349
In the modern world, the education system places little emphasis on rote learning and memorization. As Andrew points out in this episode, though, our memory is what allows us to act, talk, and... read more
Unit 5: A Thanksgiving Scene
With the holiday season on the horizon and many students presently writing Unit 5 compositions, now is a perfect time to present a Thanksgiving-themed Unit 5 writing prompt. Students in the United States... read more
A Citation Pathway – A Conversation with Denise Kelley: Podcast Episode 347
When writers gather information from outside sources, it is important to give credit where credit is due and to cite the sources. Although this is important, learning to cite sources in various formats... read more
Celebrating the Season with Poetry
When people hear the name Emily Brontë, most of them connect her with her one and only novel, Wuthering Heights. Lesser known are her poems, one of which we are featuring in this... read more
Leading and Loving Compelling Literature Discussions: Podcast Episode 346✝
How can teachers lead meaningful and compelling literature conversations? To answer this question, Andrew and Julie welcome Amanda Butler to the podcast. Amanda is a homeschool mom, tutor, and Vice President of Training... read more
The Reluctant Writer’s Key Words
Part 1 of this three-part series described four roadblocks that stand in the way of the reluctant writer. Part 2 will explain Units 1 and 2 of the Structure and Style method, which is a... read more
Homeschool 101 – A Conversation with Cathy Duffy: Podcast Episode 345
For this Homeschool 101 episode, Andrew and Julie invited Cathy Duffy to join them. Cathy is a homeschool mom, author, and the founder of Cathy Duffy Reviews. In this episode the three discuss... read more
Supporting Co-ops across the Country: Podcast Episode 344
Many homeschool families find community by joining a homeschool co-op. Co-ops provide encouragement and educational support for teaching parents and students. Wanting to offer helpful resources for those in a co-op or even... read more
What about Comprehension?
Today’s post is all about comprehension. This is an area where many students struggle. Possibly the difficulty stems from a learning disability such as expressive or receptive processing difficulties or even dyslexia or... read more
Four Roadblocks of the Reluctant Writer
As teachers, our hearts go out to the reluctant writer—the student who thinks putting pen to paper is painful and who Andrew Pudewa describes in the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style seminar as... read more
Celebrating National Dictionary Day
Do you have a dictionary on your shelf? If so, the odds are solid that it has the name Webster’s emblazoned on its cover. October 16 is National Dictionary Day, a day set... read more
However Imperfectly, Part 2: Podcast Episode 343
Last week, Andrew and Julie began to cover seven lessons that Andrew has learned over thirty years of teaching. These seven lessons are listed in his article, “However Imperfectly,” and in the first... read more
Recognizing National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
For some students, learning appears to be almost as natural as breathing. They easily master the alphabet, math facts pose no problem, and writing appears to be mostly effortless. For approximately 20% of... read more
The Grammar of Everyday Phrases: Part 2
Although speaking English comes naturally to most native speakers, writing it can sometimes feel fraught with potential pitfalls. If you have ever paused after writing a word or a phrase and wondered if... read more
However Imperfectly: Podcast Episode 342
Having gathered insights and experiences over three decades of teaching, Andrew presents seven lessons he's learned. These seven lessons are listed in his article, “However Imperfectly,” and in the first chapter of his... read more
Launching the Foundations of Literacy through Structure and Style in Grades K-2. Part 4: Facilitating Composition through Handwriting Instruction and Copywork
If you have read Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this series, you are aware of the tremendous influence Anna Ingham’s Blended Sound-Sight Program of Learning had in the development of IEW’s Classroom... read more
A Sneak Peek at IEW's 2022 Fall Conference: Podcast Episode 341
During the first half of the year, Andrew Pudewa travels around the country and delivers presentations at various conferences and conventions. Now that summer is over and school is back in session, he... read more
Training Method Options Part 7: Live On-Site Professional Development: Review and Refinement Day
Making Master Teachers by Designing a Customized Professional Development Day for Your School People love to customize things. Whether it’s selecting the best options for a new car or building the perfect burrito at... read more
Share the Joy!
Christmas. For many the word conjures up thoughts of brightly decorated Christmas trees, savory scents of cinnamon, cloves, and ginger wafting... read more
Ask Andrew Anything: Podcast Episode 350
Since 2015 Andrew and Julie have been adding to the “Ask Andrew Anything” series. The series is an opportunity for Andrew... read more
Helping Reluctant Writers Write with Style
Today's post is the final installment in a three-part series that explains the Structure and Style method. Part 1 examined four... read more
The Goodness of Memory: Podcast Episode 349
In the modern world, the education system places little emphasis on rote learning and memorization. As Andrew points out in this... read more
Unit 5: A Thanksgiving Scene
With the holiday season on the horizon and many students presently writing Unit 5 compositions, now is a perfect time to... read more
A Citation Pathway – A Conversation with Denise Kelley: Podcast Episode 347
When writers gather information from outside sources, it is important to give credit where credit is due and to cite the... read more
Celebrating the Season with Poetry
When people hear the name Emily Brontë, most of them connect her with her one and only novel, Wuthering Heights. Lesser... read more
Leading and Loving Compelling Literature Discussions: Podcast Episode 346✝
How can teachers lead meaningful and compelling literature conversations? To answer this question, Andrew and Julie welcome Amanda Butler to the... read more
The Reluctant Writer’s Key Words
Part 1 of this three-part series described four roadblocks that stand in the way of the reluctant writer. Part 2 will explain Units... read more
Homeschool 101 – A Conversation with Cathy Duffy: Podcast Episode 345
For this Homeschool 101 episode, Andrew and Julie invited Cathy Duffy to join them. Cathy is a homeschool mom, author, and... read more
Supporting Co-ops across the Country: Podcast Episode 344
Many homeschool families find community by joining a homeschool co-op. Co-ops provide encouragement and educational support for teaching parents and students.... read more
What about Comprehension?
Today’s post is all about comprehension. This is an area where many students struggle. Possibly the difficulty stems from a learning... read more
Four Roadblocks of the Reluctant Writer
As teachers, our hearts go out to the reluctant writer—the student who thinks putting pen to paper is painful and who... read more
Celebrating National Dictionary Day
Do you have a dictionary on your shelf? If so, the odds are solid that it has the name Webster’s emblazoned... read more
However Imperfectly, Part 2: Podcast Episode 343
Last week, Andrew and Julie began to cover seven lessons that Andrew has learned over thirty years of teaching. These seven... read more
Recognizing National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
For some students, learning appears to be almost as natural as breathing. They easily master the alphabet, math facts pose no... read more
The Grammar of Everyday Phrases: Part 2
Although speaking English comes naturally to most native speakers, writing it can sometimes feel fraught with potential pitfalls. If you have... read more
However Imperfectly: Podcast Episode 342
Having gathered insights and experiences over three decades of teaching, Andrew presents seven lessons he's learned. These seven lessons are listed... read more
Launching the Foundations of Literacy through Structure and Style in Grades K-2. Part 4: Facilitating Composition through Handwriting Instruction and Copywork
If you have read Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this series, you are aware of the tremendous influence Anna Ingham’s... read more
A Sneak Peek at IEW's 2022 Fall Conference: Podcast Episode 341
During the first half of the year, Andrew Pudewa travels around the country and delivers presentations at various conferences and conventions.... read more
Training Method Options Part 7: Live On-Site Professional Development: Review and Refinement Day
Making Master Teachers by Designing a Customized Professional Development Day for Your School People love to customize things. Whether it’s selecting the... read more
