30 lessons are included in a spiral-bound book with ready-made lesson plans, Scripture used as a subject for writing, and multi-level checklists. Each lesson provides a specific objective, at least two translations of Scripture, an assignment with checklists, and a space for the final copy to be written or pasted into the book, which creates a portfolio of the year's work. Checklists are provided for the three different levels. Sample compositions are plentiful, as well as vocabulary development and review exercises to strengthen understanding of stylistic techniques. The story of Noah forms the core of the first two units. Unit 3 focuses on sequencing and sources include the miracle at Cana, the parable of the talents, the story of Jonah, the Good Samaritan, and the Prodigal Son. Unit 4 lessons have students read and summarize Paul on Charity, Jesus' Miracles, Christ's Last Words, along with stylistic exercises taken from Psalms. Custom pictures have been created for Unit 5 lessons (Esther, Daniel, Nativity, Paul's conversion), and Unit 6 uses the synoptic gospels to teach multiple reference summarizing. With Unit 7, a few creative writing opportunities are suggested, and Unit 8 continues the five paragraph model with essays on Job's suffering, Christ's condemnation by Pilate, and the duties of a Christian. Unit 9 presents an analysis of the books of Ruth and Jonah, as well as the story of David and Goliath.
IEW Bible-Based Writing Lessons Student Book
Description
This collection of writing lessons provides an incredible opportunity to increase your students’ understanding of Scripture as they improve their writing abilities. Working through all of IEW's nine units—and beyond, these writing lessons use actual passages from Scripture as source texts.
This Student Book includes assignments, blank outlines, source texts, and checklists. Literature suggestions and access to vocabulary cards and other helpful PDF downloads are included.
Writing Across the Curriculum from the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) is a collection of theme-based writing courses that seamlessly integrate the Structure and Style method with subjects such as history, science, and literature. These ready-to-use lessons deepen content understanding while developing strong organizational and stylistic writing skills.
Designed for busy parents and teachers, each course provides comprehensive, nearly scripted instruction, all necessary source texts, clear assignments, and composition checklists. Students progress through the nine structural units of the Structure and Style method while producing a polished portfolio of poems, stories, reports, essays, and research papers. Parents and teachers should complete the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style® seminar before using Writing Across the Curriculum.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Theme-based lessons that combine writing instruction with history, science, or literature topics
- Moves students through the nine structural units of Structure and Style
- Includes grammar exercises, vocabulary development, quizzes, and review games
- Clear weekly assignments with checklists for both student prep and parent grading
- Differentiated options for varying student ability levels
- Encourages students to polish final drafts and create a personal writing portfolio
- Flexible for single students, multi-age families, or co-op settings
Program Components:
- Teacher’s Manual: Detailed lesson plans, teaching notes, and guidance
- Student Book: Source texts, model charts, assignments, and checklists
- Available individually or as convenient Teacher/Student Combo Sets
Important Notes:
- Instructors should complete the Teaching Writing Structure and Style® seminar before using these courses.
- Unlike most IEW programs, Writing Across the Curriculum is fully book-based (no video instruction).
- Three levels (A, B, and C) are used rather than strict grade levels — choose any theme that fits your student’s interests or curriculum focus.
- Source texts are reproducible for use within a single family.
- Teacher preparation is minimal; lessons are taught at the beginning of the week, with students completing most of the work independently.
Writing Across the Curriculum stands out for its thorough preparation, interdisciplinary approach, and ability to develop both content knowledge and excellent writing skills. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking ready-made, high-quality writing lessons that fit seamlessly into their existing studies.
Browse all Writing Across the Curriculum resources and sets below!
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 9-12 |
| Brand: | Institute for Excellence in Writing |
| ISBN: | 9781623413156 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 9.125 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5625 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.55 |