Episode 424: An Encomium for Mothers and Teachers

In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker talk to Monica Swanson about her new book, Becoming Homeschoolers. Monica shares her heart for homeschooling and the blessings of homeschooling for parents as well as the benefits for students. This episode will encourage new and veteran homeschoolers alike. Referenced Materials Monica Swanson Becoming Homeschoolers Episode 361: Raising Amazing Kids with Monica Swanson†   Episode R04: The Joys of Boys Teaching Boys & Other Children Who Would Rather Make Forts All Day audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Cultivating Language Arts – Preschool through High School audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Portable Walls™ for Structure and Style® Students Transcript of Podcast Episode 435 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]

In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker open the mailbag (or the email inbox) and read letters IEW has received from students, parents, and teachers. Listen to this episode to find out how one student saved a library after writing an IEW assignment! Some students sent Andrew samples of their work, and he shares some excerpts on this podcast. We love hearing from our customers! Referenced Materials Teaching Writing: Structure and Style® Seminar Workbook Structure and Style® for Students: Year 2 Level B Episode 417: Using IEW through the Years     Julie’s Flat Stanley in Astoria, Oregon   Eli and Caleb, former Introduction to Public Speaking students   If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]  

In this episode Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker answer the question: What should I buy? They simplify the steps for implementing IEW’s Structure and Style materials in your homeschool or classroom. Referenced Materials Freedomshipping How to Get Started with IEW Request a Magalog Structure and Style® for Students Free Writing Lessons Theme-Based Writing Lessons Structure and Style for Students Overview Get Started with IEW video IEW.com/Schools Episode 382: Announcing IEW’s Partnership with Hillsdale College Adventures in Writing Discoveries in Writing Frontiers in Writing Wonders of Science Writing Lessons Bible-Based Writing Lessons If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]

In this podcast episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss another of IEW’s core values. When Andrew first started the Institute for Excellence at Writing, he decided not to offer discounts on products. Why has this remained important to him over the years? Discover the answer and learn a little bit of IEW history in this episode. Referenced Materials Episode 423: The IEW 100% Satisfaction Guarantee EZ+1: The IEW Method of Teaching webinar Freedomshipping  If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]

“Hard work is immensely satisfying.” In this week’s podcast Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss the mentally hard work of reading books like Moby-Dick. Andrew suggests that entertainment is not the primary purpose to read a challenging classic. If you aren’t already reading classics, listen for some of Andrew’s and Julie’s suggestions for how to start.   Referenced Materials Moby-Dick; Or, The Whale by Herman Melville Leaf by Niggle by J.R.R. Tolkein The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis IEW Book Recommendations Moby-Dick audio book Anna Karenina audio book Billy Budd by Herman Melville The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy Les Misérables by Victor Hugo A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]

It’s time for another Live Ask Andrew Anything episode! Join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker as they answer questions from listeners. They were joined by Nicki Truesdell, who asked “How much grammar and writing do you think is necessary throughout the years of K-12?” Andrew and Julie also answer questions about Structure and Style® for Students, The Phonetic Zoo, instructor accreditation, and many others. This episode covers all things IEW! Referenced Materials Nicki Truesdell Structure and Style® for Students Fix It!™ Grammar U.S. History-Based Writing Lessons Episode 398: Think like Shakespeare, Part 1 How to Think like Shakespeare: Lessons from a Renaissance Education by Scott Newstok Anyone Can Homeschool by Nicki Truesdell University-Ready Writing Free Fix It! Grammar lessons Structure and Style for Students: Year 1 Level B Find an Instructor Primary Arts of Language The Phonetic Zoo Spelling and the Brain audio talk by Andrew Pudewa All About Spelling From Composition to Copywork audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Apply for Accreditation Introduction to Public Speaking IEW Speech Contest Transcript of Podcast Episode 430 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]

Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss how both dads and grads can benefit from University-Ready Writing. Dads who are in the business world will benefit from grads who complete the course and become better writers. Listen to find out the top three things that make this course worth the investment for graduates and those working in the business world.  Referenced Materials University-Ready Writing Free University-Ready Writing lessons IEW Accredited Instructors Episode 376: A Necessary Conversation about Artificial Intelligence Portable Walls™ for Academic Writing Transcript of Podcast Episode 429 Use this coupon code at checkout to receive a free Portable Walls™ for Academic Writing. PWAW-E429 Expiration: 12/31/24 (shipping not included; one time use per customer)   If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]  

With the end of the school year comes new opportunities to spend time outside. Listen to this week’s episode as Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss furnishing the mind with time spent outdoors. We all know that spending time outside is good for children. How might spending time outside also improve students’ writing skills?  Referenced Materials Episode 248: Nature Deficit Disorder, Part 1 Nature Deficit Disorder audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Last Child in the Woods by Richard Louv Until the Streetlights Come On by Ginny Yurich 1000 Hours Outside Wonders of Science Writing Lessons Read Aloud Revival Nature Study booklist and activity guide Podcast studio pictures Transcript of Podcast Episode 428     If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]

Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker welcome Kim Cromer to talk about the importance and lifelong impact of learning speech and debate skills. Kim is the Executive Director of NCFCA Christian Speech & Debate (National Christian Forensics and Communications Association) and serves as a member on the Qualification Committee, providing vision and operational oversight for the organization.  Referenced Materials Kim Cromer NCFCA Christian Speech & Debate Introduction to Public Speaking Episode 398: Think like Shakespeare, Part 1 How to Think like Shakespeare: Lessons from a Renaissance Education by Scott Newstok NCFCA National Championship Free Speech Lessons Transcript of Podcast Episode 427 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]

In this week’s episode Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker encourage parents and teachers to take time over the summer to hone their craft of teaching, focusing on The Great TWSS Adventure. Evan Smith, IEW Accreditation Specialist, shares more about this opportunity to work through Teaching Writing: Structure and Style® during the same time frame when others all over the globe are doing the same thing.  Referenced Materials The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People® Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw® “Sharpen Your Saw with IEW Events and Resources” Nurturing Competent Communicators audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Virtual Teaching Writing: Structure and Style® The Great TWSS Adventure Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Structure and Style for Students  Seminar Workbook Premium Membership Instructor Accreditation IEW YouTube channel Transcript of Podcast Episode 426 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected] your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]