IEW Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales (Part 1)
In this 12-week class, your child will work on various structure and style techniques to improve his writing through the study of Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales.
Karen Cross, MSEd - IEW Certified Instructor
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(79)
What's included
12 live meetings
12 in-class hoursClass Experience
In this class, your child will be working through Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales from the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW). This course will take the students through units one and four of the program. Your learner will learn how to make an outline and retell a story by determining key words from a source text. Learners will then move into paragraph writing by writing from their notes, retelling short fictional stories, and summarizing non-fiction texts. In the midst of all that writing, your learner will learn how to spice up their pieces with sentence dress-ups and decorations, as well as vary their sentence structure with different openers. Your learner's grade will be based on a specific rubric given to him before each assignment is given.
Because your learner will be using source texts provided in the student book, a decent amount of grade-level comprehension is recommended.
Class will be at least 60 minutes long. Sometimes we may run over, but I will do my very best to provide instruction within the hour time frame. Your learner will receive instruction based on the methods suggested in IEW's Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales. We will study sentence structure, style, and vocabulary (which is provided in the required student text). If you miss a class, don't worry. A recording of each session will be provided for you each week.
Topics will include:
Unit 1: Note-Making and Outlines
Week 1: The Lion and the Mouse
The Ant and the Grasshopper
Unit 2: Writing from Notes
Week 2: The Trumpeter Taken Prisoner
Week 3: The Four Oxen and the Lioness
Week 4: The Mule and His Buyer
Unit 3: Retelling Narrative Stories
Week 5: Theseus and the Minotaur, Part 1
Week 6: Theseus and the Minotaur, Part 2
Week 7: Bellerophon and the Chimera
Week 8: Damon and Pythias
Unit 4: Summarizing a Reference
Week 9: Neverland
Week 10: Aesop, Author of Fables
Week 11: The Brothers Grimm
Week 12: Hans Christian Andersen
In compliance with IEW's copyright policy, the text used for this class will need to be purchased directly from the IEW website. I will provide a link in the syllabus.
***If you have more than one learner who would like to participate in the class, I will provide a $10 refund for each additional learner.
It is highly recommended that you take Part 2 of this course in the spring/summer.Learning Goals
Learners will improve their writing skills and learn how to organize their thoughts by creating outlines and compositions that follow the structure and style of IEW. They will dress up their writing by systematically adjusting parts of speech such as adverbs, strong verbs, and quality adjectives. Learners will also practice varied sentence structure by using different sentence openers.
Other Details
Supply List
Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales Student Book (needs to be purchased from the IEW website) Binder Dividers Lined paper Pencils Pens Highlighters Printer Printer paper PC or laptop Reliable Internet connection I will supply a syllabus with links to required materials as well as optional and helpful resources.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined June, 2020
5.0
79reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Maryland Teaching Certificate
Master's Degree from Walden University
I earned a Master's degree in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment from Walden University in 2007 and currently hold a certificate in Maryland. I taught in the public school setting for five years as a special educator with a focus in autism. After having two children of my own, I became a stay-at-home mom.
Four children later, I became a homeschooling mom, and still hold that title today. I felt equipped to handle the task, but writing stumped me when it all seemed too bland. I stumbled upon the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) and instantly fell in love with their method, bought the training, and began implementing the program at home. Consistency was lacking, so I began teaching at a local co-op.
That grew into a desire to become a Registered Instructor and eventually a Certified Instructor (a title I hold today). I launched my own online writing business, Equipped for Writing, where I've tailored my online courses around the IEW model.
Each year brings new experiences and insights into effectively communicating with my students about writing. Seeing children grow and learn while enhancing their writing for their audience keeps me going. It is IEW’s systematic approach to writing that enables me to adapt lessons to different learning styles.
My commitment to differentiation (creating an environment that is conducive for each learner) is at the forefront of my mind. When you decide to enroll in one of my classes, I guarantee an open line of communication, ensuring your learner can navigate the learning journey at their own pace.
While I firmly believe and support parents’ pivotal role in their children's education, there are times when we all need a helping hand. That's where I, and others like me, come in. I have a passion for teaching, particularly when it comes to the written word. I enjoy sharing that passion to support homeschooling families. Learning should be interactive, and children should feel encouraged to ask questions out of curiosity and for understanding. Instruction should challenge without overwhelming.
Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading, going on walks with our dog, family movie nights, and indulging in crocheting. One of my favorite things to do is to watch my kids play sports.Reviews
Live Private Class
$185
for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
60 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
