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Adventures in Writing IEW Part Two
Mrs. Jen Altman MSEd
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4.9
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In this theme-based writing curriculum, students write about adventurous topics such as Roman hoplites, tornadoes, Leif Eriksson, and other interesting subjects while they learn to write with the Structure and Style® writing method.
Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Follows Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Curriculum
Adventures in Writing: Part 2 of 3 (30 Lessons Total) Course Overview: This theme-based writing curriculum allows students to explore a variety of fascinating subjects while learning to write with the Structure and Style® method. Topics include Roman hoplites, tornadoes, Leif Eriksson, and more. The course incorporates stylistic techniques and grammar concepts, reinforced through fun videos and songs. Required Textbook: Adventures in Writing Student Book Recommended Materials: 3-ring...
11 lessons//11 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1The Theft of Thor's Hammer, Part 1• Activities: Watch theme video, review vocabulary, start writing assignment.Week 2Lesson 2The Theft of Thor's Hammer, Part 2• Activities: Strong verbs, banned words (say/said), complete writing assignment.Week 3Lesson 3Summarizing a Reference - Leif Eriksson• Activities: Banned words (see/saw), summarizing techniques, vocabulary reviewWeek 4Lesson 4Hagia Sophia• Activities: Watch theme video, review vocabulary, writing assignment.Week 5Lesson 5John Muir• Activities: Banned words (go/went), writing techniques, vocabulary review.Week 6Lesson 6Magnets• Activities: Because clause, writing assignment, vocabulary review.Week 7Lesson 7Dolphins• Activities: Watch theme video, review vocabulary, writing assignment.Week 8Lesson 8Writing from Pictures - Rooster, Part 1• Activities: Introduction to picture-based writing, vocabulary review.Week 9Lesson 9Rooster, Part 2• Activities: Continue picture-based writing, vocabulary review.Week 10Lesson 10Treasure Map, Part 1• Activities: Watch theme video, start writing assignment, vocabulary review.Week 11Lesson 11Treasure Map, Part 2• Activities: Quality adjectives, banned words (good/bad), complete writing assignment, vocabulary review.
This class is taught in English.
- Moving through Units 1–7 of the IEW methods, students will take notes, summarize narrative stories, write from pictures, put together a mini research report, and compose creative essays, games, vocabulary, and more.
We have been using IEW in our homeschool for 8+ years and I am a true believer in the method. As a registered instructor, I would like to help other children learn the joy and ease of writing using IEW. I teach from IEW texts as well as my own designed courses.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: 7 or more throughout the classFeedback: includedDetails: Homework will be assigned each week and should be uploaded to the classroom before class. Each writing assignment includes a composition checklist, so what is expected is easily outlined. Papers are graded on a rubric, based on a checklist provided with each assignment.Letter Grade
Frequency: includedDetails: By request a report card will be provided, grades can also be seen in google classroom.Certificate of Completion
Frequency: 1 after class completionDetails: After completion fo Part 3
https://iew.com/shop/products/adventures-writing-student-book-only is the required text book for this course. It is also recommended you have a 3 ring binder, file folders, and envelopes or ziplock bag for vocabulary cards.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2019
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401reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from Capella University
I am a homeschooling mom of 5. I have a Masters Degree in Education, specializing in Early Childhood Education. I taught English as a foreign language online to kids in Asia for 4 years. I have children ages 17, 15, 13, 10 and 8. I taught...
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Group Class
$165
for 11 classes1x per week, 11 weeks
50 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
3-12 learners per class
