weekly
or for 60 classes
Adventures in Writing IEW - The Lit League
New class
Ages 9-13
Live Group Course
Live video meetings
2x per week, 30 weeks
4-9 learners per class
50 min
What's included
60 live meetings
50 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners will be assigned homework each week based off our lessons in class. Learners will be required to "hire and editor" for their writing. Their editor will need to correct grammar and spelling mistakes on the rough draft to make it "legal" before a student rewrites their final draft for submission.Grading
Learner's assignments will be graded according to IEW's checklist for structure and style components. Each learner will be assigned their own personalized checklist based off of their specific needs and ability level. An assignment will either be complete or incomplete. If all items on the checklist are completed, the writing is complete. If there are still outstanding items on the checklist, the paper is incomplete.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner Level
📜 Adventures in Writing | IEW for Struggling Writers ✍️✨ Does your child struggle with writing due to dyslexia or other literacy challenges? This structured & explicit writing course, based on IEW’s Adventures in Writing Lessons, is designed especially for students who now read at a Grade 3+ level and need extra writing support from a certified teacher with expertise in literacy difficulties. 🔹 Who Is This Class For? ✅ Students who have had some prior reading instruction/intervention and are ready to build writing skills ✅ Learners with dyslexia or reading challenges who need explicit, step-by-step writing instruction ✅ Learners who want a structured & supportive writing program that meets 2x per week 📌Looking for a more challenging IEW Writing class? ✍️ Discoveries in Writing (ages 10-14): https://outschool.com/classes/discoveries-in-writing-iew-the-lit-league-XtpmgP3w?sectionUid=ae8cf15d-d5d9-4a3f-8d1e-12e3e11b3ccb&showDetails=true&usid=MZjpDB3y&signup=true 📌 Grammar Recommendation: 1️⃣ To strengthen writing skills, IEW recommends pairing this class with Fix It! Grammar: Nose Tree (Level 1). You can complete it at home or enroll in my Outschool grammar course: https://outschool.com/classes/fix-it-grammar-nose-tree-iew-the-lit-league-wIjqJ4rO?sectionUid=390d87ec-e3c4-412e-b3b5-e2c3015efdad&showDetails=true&usid=MZjpDB3y&signup=true 2️⃣ If you're ready for Level 2, you can enroll in the Fix It! Grammar: Town Mouse and Country Mouse (Level 2) course: https://outschool.com/classes/fix-it-grammar-town-mouse-and-country-mouse-iew-the-lit-league-WUTHnJ4N?sectionUid=7e6f6538-75ea-4e9f-8f4a-8b5018ff4b74&showDetails=true&usid=MZjpDB3y&signup=true 📚 What to Expect: ✔️ LIVE group classes 2x per week for 30 weeks (60 sessions) 🎥 ✔️ Explicit instruction on writing structure & stylistic techniques ✔️ Step-by-step modeling & guided practice ✔️ Personalized video feedback on every assignment ✍️ ✔️ Individualized checklists for learners who need extra challenge or support ✔️ Homework included—writing is a skill that improves with practice! 📖 IEW’s “EZ+1” Approach – We’ll ensure writing techniques feel easy before adding new skills. No need for perfection—just progress and confidence building! 💪 📜 Writing Goals: 📝 2-4 completed writing pieces from each of IEW’s Units 2-7 🗣️ Unit 1 focuses on oral responses only 📅 We’ll spend a few weeks on each unit, ensuring understanding without getting stuck 💡 Flexible & Supportive Learning: I adjust pacing to fit student needs—if extra time is needed on a topic, we’ll slow down. If learners are ready to move ahead, we’ll keep going! 🚀 📢 No prior IEW experience is required—just a willingness to learn and grow! Let’s build writing confidence together! 🎉 Questions about placement? Message me, and let’s find the best fit for your child! 😊
Learning Goals
Learn some of the stylistic techniques including but not limited to: -ly adverb, who/which clause, strong verb, because clause, and quality adjective.
Learn the topic-clincher structural pattern: the clincher repeats or reflects 2-3 key words.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Curriculum7 Units
60 Lessons
over 30 WeeksUnit 1: Note Making and Outlines
Lesson 1:
Nile River
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Yangtze River
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Roman Hoplite
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
American Quarter Horse
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This IEW class is specifically tailored to learners who have struggled with reading and writing due to dyslexia or other reading/writing difficulties. Although the format and pacing is set with these challenges in mind, anyone can join.
Pre-Requisites
No previous IEW experience required. Learners need to be able to read at a grade 3 USA level.
If a learner has had prior Barton or other structured literacy tutoring, they must have completed Level 4 of the Barton program or equivalent.
Supply List
You will need to purchase this student book from IEW before the class begins: https://iew.com/adventures-in-writing-student-book-only I recommend also purchasing the portable walls and/or grammar writing cards. If it is your first time using IEW, the Teacher Manual may be handy if you would like to further support your child at home but this is optional.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We will be using the IEW source text materials from the Adventures in Writing program.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Saskatchewan
👩🏫 Experienced Reading & Writing Specialist | Dyslexia & Structured Literacy Expert 📚
Hi, I’m a certified teacher, IEW Registered Instructor, and dyslexia specialist with 15+ years of experience helping struggling readers and writers succeed! 💙
🎓 My Credentials & Training:
✅ Registered Instructor with Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) ✍️
✅ Listed Professional Tutor on the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Directory 📖
✅ Orton-Gillingham Associate Level Trained for reading intervention
✅ Barton Reading & Spelling System for structured literacy tutoring
✅ M.Ed. in Special Education + B.Ed. + Post-Graduate Certificate in Special Education 🎓
✅ Certified Teacher in Canada with an Active Teaching License
🌟 My Passion:
With a background in Special Education and a heart for supporting struggling readers and writers, I bring patience, expertise, and a student-centered approach to every lesson. As a homeschooling parent myself, I understand the importance of meeting each child where they are and helping them build confidence!
📢 My goal? To empower students with the skills they need to become confident readers, writers, and thinkers—just like IEW’s mission! 🚀
Let’s work together to unlock your child’s full potential! 💡💙
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