Writing to Retell Stories Using IEW® Methods (Unit 3)
Students will learn the third unit of material based on writing methods of the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW). Students will become familiar with retelling a narrative story in their own words.
Andrea Hardman, IEW Registered Instructor
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5.0
Number of reviews:(545)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Homework is required and will be assigned weekly, including after class on Week 4. All homework assignments utilize a rubric checklist, so both students and parents know just what to expect, and all homework will have a choice of different source texts surrounding our weekly theme from which to write. Please post completed homework in the classroom or as an email to me the DAY BEFORE class, so we can discuss the assignments in class and outlining/writing can be shared, discussed, and encouraged!Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
Did you know that all stories include a similar sequence? We will be using common story elements to retell a story in our own words....and make it better! Each class will consist of modeling and participation to produce outlines as we use questioning strategies to retell a story in an organized and logical format. We will transition our notes into 3 short paragraphs for a final product. New stylistic techniques are learned each week, and we will be using assignments done at home to share and discuss our work. The last portion of each class will consist of a game using a new element learned in class. Week 1: Tall Tales Week 2: Myths Week 3: Fairy Tale Week 4: Book/Movie Free Choice **Students should be able to read and write fluently.** ALL students entering the class should have prior experience using Key Word Outlines and retelling paragraphs using IEW curriculum. This class is kept small so we can work together collaboratively and is is a great follow-up class to the "Writing from Key Word Outlines Using IEW Methods" class.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There are times for homework when students will be required to retell their outline verbally to an adult. I'd love for your support in lending them an ear for this assignment! Please contact me with any questions as we go through this process.
*Note: This curriculum, along with all curriculum I teach on Outschool is secular.
Supply List
I will provide homework posted in the classroom in pdf format after each class. Because this class does not have any supplemental materials to purchase, I will provide all resources necessary for homework. Students, however, may also use a resource of their choosing if they have something they would like to use that follows the assignment instead. As a Registered Instructor for IEW, I have been trained in the instruction of the units presented in the Teaching with Style and Structure Manual.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2018
5.0
545reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Idaho Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
I am an IEW Registered Instructor and have taught several IEW-related courses over the past 10 years in person and online. I am excited to bring these classes to the online environment. I find that students are challenged, engaged, and learn to enjoy playing with their writing.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
55 min
Completed by 26 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-8 learners per class
