Are You a Follower?
At IEW we have a lot happening all of the time. And it’s all good stuff, too! From the writing contests to the product giveaways to the podcasts, there is always something new... read more
Inventive Writing: Podcast Episodes 131a and 131b
The blank page. It’s a formidable foe for young and old. Just looking at a blank page can be enough to increase the heart rate and make the palms sweat. Fortunately, IEW tackles... read more
Showing Some Style: Podcast Episodes 126a and 126b
Writing the “IEW way” comprises a twofold approach: structure and style. Students practice combining these two elements, and over time, assuming the teacher provides the right ingredients along with a rich learning environment,... read more
The Polishing Process
Oh, the thrill of receiving back my Young Authors of Illinois submission with a gold foil sticker embossed with a large star and the word Winner! My masterpiece... read more
Reflections on Growing Up with IEW
Working in IEW’s customer service department, I receive many calls from customers, especially new customers who are concerned that IEW seems too simple. They worry the expectations are not high enough. Often the... read more
Jill’s Gems: The Art of Invention: Breaking It Down into Meaningful Steps
Enjoy Jill Pike's concrete response to a parent’s recent request for help regarding the art of invention. Inventive writing is difficult because it begins with a blank page—what to write? This is why IEW... read more
Showing Style: Fun with Vivid Verbs!
Are you finding it a bit challenging to get back into the swing of things after the winter pause? Do you have a classroom of listless children you are struggling to re-engage? One... read more
Deep Thoughts About Thinking: Podcast Episode 123
In August of 2015, IEW officially launched its fledgling podcast—The Arts of Language.The initial topics Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker focused on comprised the foundation of IEW’s approach to education. Episode 8, “The... read more
Charting Your Vision for Success
2017 is over and done, and 2018 has arrived. Each year, people make grandiose resolutions for how they’ll change their lives. But many allow their resolve to shrivel, their tenacity to wither, and... read more
Structure and Style—The Canvas and the Paint
by Ryan Weins Hello there! I’m new here—to IEW, and especially to blogging. So here’s to the first one! When I was hired, Julie told me, “You can play the ‘new guy card’ for... read more
How IEW Changed My Life...No, Really
Each day throughout the week I am privileged to interact and correspond with parents and students who are either just starting their IEW journey or continuing through it in the hope that their... read more
Are You a Follower?
At IEW we have a lot happening all of the time. And it’s all good stuff, too! From the writing contests... read more
Inventive Writing: Podcast Episodes 131a and 131b
The blank page. It’s a formidable foe for young and old. Just looking at a blank page can be enough to... read more
Showing Some Style: Podcast Episodes 126a and 126b
Writing the “IEW way” comprises a twofold approach: structure and style. Students practice combining these two elements, and over time, assuming... read more
The Polishing Process
Oh, the thrill of receiving back my Young Authors of Illinois submission with a gold foil... read more
Reflections on Growing Up with IEW
Working in IEW’s customer service department, I receive many calls from customers, especially new customers who are concerned that IEW seems... read more
Jill’s Gems: The Art of Invention: Breaking It Down into Meaningful Steps
Enjoy Jill Pike's concrete response to a parent’s recent request for help regarding the art of invention. Inventive writing is difficult because... read more
Showing Style: Fun with Vivid Verbs!
Are you finding it a bit challenging to get back into the swing of things after the winter pause? Do you... read more
Deep Thoughts About Thinking: Podcast Episode 123
In August of 2015, IEW officially launched its fledgling podcast—The Arts of Language.The initial topics Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker focused... read more
Charting Your Vision for Success
2017 is over and done, and 2018 has arrived. Each year, people make grandiose resolutions for how they’ll change their lives.... read more
Structure and Style—The Canvas and the Paint
by Ryan Weins Hello there! I’m new here—to IEW, and especially to blogging. So here’s to the first one! When I was... read more
How IEW Changed My Life...No, Really
Each day throughout the week I am privileged to interact and correspond with parents and students who are either just starting... read more
