What You Need To Know About IEW Homeschool Curriculum || Institutes For Excellence In Writing

[@LifeintheMundane]

Did you learn something new in this video? Checkout IEW here iew.com/LifeintheMundane

[@HomeSweetHomeschoolLife]

I did the teacher training over Christmas break and I was blown away. I wish I had been taught how to write using structure and style. I can’t wait to start it next year.

[@LifeintheMundane]

Yes it’s an incredible program. Can’t wait to hear what you think.

[@bethgordon7386]

I did learn something new! I didn’t know about the IEW app. I am preparing to use IEW again with my younger children after a 9 year hiatus. I’m excited about it.

[@LifeintheMundane]

Thats wonderful!

[@mommyonthemove25]

Oh wow, I've been using IEW for 2 years now, and I still learned new things from this video. Awesome video

[@LifeintheMundane]

I’m so glad to hear that!

[@Jolene03]

I didn't know they had a podcast! Thanks for sharing! Learned a lot!

[@LifeintheMundane]

Happy to share

[@CalledtoCultivate]

I just purchased Structure and Style B1 for this coming school year. So do I need to purchase the teacher training course as well? I’ll definitely be downloading the app! Thanks! 🤗👏🏻

[@LifeintheMundane]

No but you will want to watch the dvd lessons from SSB with your kids

[@PlanPrepPray]

I am your friend in real life and I didn’t know half of these tips 😂

[@LifeintheMundane]

Haha 😂 well I’m glad I could share them.

[@crystalh28]

I had no idea they offered things for kids younger than 3rd grade, had an app or offered a 100% money back guarantee. This was helpful. I have been looking into IEW for our child going into 3rd next year, but what I mostly only hear about Fix It Grammar and Writing and Style (I think that's what it's called?). I went to their website once and felt overwhelmed. Haha

[@LifeintheMundane]

I am glad this helped. Let me know if you have any other questions that I can help you with.

[@HomeschoolwithJen]

I had no idea how amazing the app is!

[@LifeintheMundane]

Yeah I love it!

[@mallorycarpinski1160]

I think I'm going to steal your family picture display set up, it is SO cute!

[@LifeintheMundane]

Steal away ❤️

[@amandamendoza4181]

This is all knew. We are try IEW for the first time this year.❤

[@LifeintheMundane]

I hope this helped

[@gingersnaps5979]

Definitely want to know more about homeschooling special needs with this curriculum. I have an 11 year old son who is twice exceptional. He has dysgraphia, ASD, ADHD and gifted. Could you do a video on that or is there one on KZbin with Andrew to Pudewa talking about this?

[@LifeintheMundane]

Actually IEW is hosting a free online webinar on March 20th all about how to use IEW with special learners. I really think it might help In this situation. If you would like to attend simply follow this link and register for the free event. iew.com/LifeintheMundane

[@globetrecker84]

Hi again 😊 always love your videos - short , succinct but meaty with great information. I am debating switching completely to IEW next year for Grade 5 with my son who greatly struggles with writing. We are using a mix of MB’s LLFLE , Fix It Grammar and All Things Fun and Fascinating Grammar - no problem. Spelling and writing - big problem . I pull the ATFF book out and he cries 🥴unfortunately, I haven’t found any curriculums out there that teach reluctant writers who struggle with output “how” to write . I can’t decide if I should A) only use LLFLE/ love the gentle approach and it doesn’t cause my son tears BUT doesn’t really have a great way of teaching “how” to write B) stop LLFLE and slog through ATFF C) switch to Adventures in Writing or Discoveries in Writing as I have heard these are more user friendly ? Thoughts? I’m at a loss of what to do. He hates anything to do with writing - the physical act and generating ideas. This year is just a lot of me modelling how to do it while asking him lots of open ended questions . Looking for any suggestions on how to make this particular subject less of a struggle in our homeschool . And yes 😊I am working through the course Teaching Structure and Style as well 👍🏻

[@LifeintheMundane]

Have you considered just switching to having him watch and the Structure and Style instead of ATFF?

[@globetrecker84]

@@LifeintheMundaneI have. we tried a sample lesson and he hated it :( wants me to teach him.

[@LifeintheMundane]

@@globetrecker84 okay I figured you probably had but wanted to double check. Personally I would probably just hold off on formal writing then for a period of time and try again in a year or so.

[@LifeintheMundane]

@@globetrecker84 here are some ideas of what you could do instead of a formal writing curriculum kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2SsoZKlYtCpkM0si=Y4_1goBlZw_DeRAR

[@nancyhansen7103]

I totally missed this video!!! I am very interested in trying the Structure and Style but don’t know if it will work for my son. He struggles with spelling and reading, what are your thoughts Katie?

[@LifeintheMundane]

So my plan is to use assistive technology. I plan to have him type or use voice to text features and we may use the free version of grammarly as well to help. I plan to go through the program as slow as we need. I just need him to have more exposure to writing.

[@nancyhansen7103]

@@LifeintheMundane we have Grammarly since my hubby is working in his Bachelor’s. How are you using the assistance technology? I haven’t used it before and like you I need him also to work on his writing.

[@LifeintheMundane]

@@nancyhansen7103 honestly I am figuring out as I go. I will let you know as soon as I have a solid plan in place.

[@TaylorBrannan]

Thank you! 😊

[@LifeintheMundane]

You’re welcome

[@HomeSweetHomeschoolLife]

I am going to download that app.

[@LifeintheMundane]

Yay! Hope you enjoy it

[@dc4692]

Would iew be a stand alone subject or would it need to be paired with additional resources. We have been using tgtb so far for the younger grades, but I really like the way iew is set up.

[@LifeintheMundane]

So iew is the company and they have multiple components so their is a writing curriculum, a spelling, a grammar, and a literature course. You can use them all together to make a comprehensive language arts or you can mix and match with other curriculums

[@RockSimmer-gal4God]

The writing didn’t work for us but I don’t mind checking out other products!!! I didn’t know they have an app!!!

[@LifeintheMundane]

Yes, they have lots to offer. And it’s okay if it’s not a good fit, I don’t think there is any curriculum out there that is perfect for everyone.