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Discoveries in Writing (Teacher/Student Combo)
This combo package includes the required components for this course: reusable
spiral-bound teacher text and consumable spiral student. See individual
component descriptions for more details. Accompanying PDF downloads (reproducible
checklists, vocabulary cards, and exemplars) are available for free with the
purchase of these books (download instructions included in each text). This course is the second in a series of
multi-theme courses created in conjunction with Hillsdale’s K-12 American
Classical Education topics of scope and sequence, which assigns a Grade 4
reading level to this course. First edition ~ Ruth
Discover a wide variety of fascinating subjects in Discoveries in Writing! In this theme-based writing curriculum, students write about exciting topics such as the Bayeux Tapestry, tsunamis, Jerusalem and the Crusades, and other interesting subjects while they learn to write with the Structure and Style® writing method. Offering a full year of instruction for students in 4th grade, these lessons cover seven of the nine IEW Units. Literature suggestions and access to vocabulary
cards and other helpful PDF downloads are included. Purchase the Teacher’s Manual and Student Book together and save!
This book is designed to be used by an instructor who has been through or is currently viewing the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style video course.
Based on specific topics or on events in history, IEW’s theme-based writing lessons (same grade-range levels as the SSS) offer comprehensive, almost scripted instruction. All necessary source texts have been developed for busy parents and teachers like you. An IEW veteran and aficionado myself, I couldn't conceive of anything more complete than what is provided here. All necessary source texts are provided and are reproducible for one parent/one homeschool. Some courses (particularly the Hillsdale College K12-connected courses) provide suggested reading lists. Clear assignments (sometimes differentiated between levels) along with a checklist aid both the student in preparation and the parent in grading. These are also designed to be used by the student to work on throughout the week. Based on specific topics or events in various segments of history, the lessons include grammar exercises, vocabulary development, quizzes, and games for review and reinforcement – along with the writing instruction, of course.
In all lessons, students are encouraged to polish their final draft, perhaps even adding illustrations. At the end of each course the student will have a personal portfolio collection of poems, stories, reports, essays and research papers. Lessons are taught at the beginning of each week allowing the rest of the week for students to complete the assignment which they should be able to do on their own. Teacher preparation is minimal. (Do I hear an emphatic "Yes!"?)
The courses are targeting a progressively more competent student with the assumption that students are working through the courses according to suggested grade levels. Therefore, there is an increasing complexity to the instructions, expectations, and assignments. Accordingly, teachers are encouraged to be flexible with plans. The beginning writer may need to spend more than the suggested week on difficult lessons or omit some of the grammar. Mature students may move more quickly to allow time for additional research writing and/or more creative essay writing.
Many of these courses can be used equally well within a homeschool with several different aged students and all can be used in a co-op/support school setting with more grade-specific groupings of students. It's assumed that parents/teachers have completed or have access to Teaching Writing Structure & Style (TWSS), IEW's seminar for parents and teachers.
Except for Bible Heroes, courses include both a Teacher and a Student Book. Both books are necessary as the course is designed to be interactive between the teacher and student. Teachers should plan to read over the lessons with the students and help as necessary, especially with specific tasks such as outlining and brainstorming. ~ Janice/Ruth
Based on specific topics or on events in history, these sets of writing lessons (same grade-range levels as the SSS) offer comprehensive, almost scripted instruction. All necessary source texts have been developed for busy parents and teachers like you. An IEW veteran and aficionado myself, I couldn't conceive of anything more complete than what is provided here. Each lesson offers comprehensive (just short of totally scripted) instruction. All necessary source texts are provided and are reproducible for one parent/one homeschool. Clear assignments (sometimes differentiated between levels) along with a checklist to aid both the student in preparation and the parent in grading. These are also designed to be used by the student to work on throughout the week. Based on specific topics or events in various segments of history, the lessons include grammar exercises, vocabulary development, quizzes, and games for review and reinforcement - along with the writing instruction, of course.
In all lessons students are encouraged to polish their final draft perhaps even adding illustrations. At the end of each course the student will have a personal portfolio collection of poems, stories, reports, essays and research papers. Lessons are taught at the beginning of each week allowing the rest of the week for students to complete the assignment which they should be able to do on their own. Teacher preparation is minimal. (Do I hear an emphatic "Yes!"?)
The courses are targeting a progressively more competent student with the assumption that students are working through the courses according to suggested grade levels. Therefore, there is an increasing complexity to the instructions, expectations, and assignments. Accordingly, teachers are encouraged to be flexible with plans. The beginning writer may need to spend more than the suggested week on difficult lessons or omit some of the grammar. Mature students may move more quickly to allow time for additional research writing and/or more creative essay writing.
Many of these courses can be used equally well within a homeschool with several different aged students and all can be used in a co-op/support school setting with more grade-specific groupings of students. It's assumed that parents/teachers have completed Teaching Writing Structure & Style (TWSS), IEW's DVD seminar for parents and teachers.
Some courses have both a Teacher and a Student Book. In these courses, instruction for the teacher is more extensive and both books are necessary as the course is designed to be interactive between the teacher and student. Teachers should plan to read over the lessons with the students and help as necessary, especially with outlining and brainstorming. A roll of tickets (available at office supply stores) is optional but very useful for encouragement and motivation. ~ Janice
Jaunt out to discover our world and the world of writing with this theme-based writing curriculum. Students will explore source texts on topics from Alfred the Great to the Bayeux Tapestry, from Mecca to Jerusalem and the Crusades, from Lafayette to The French and Indian War, and more. The 30-lesson course helps students learn and practice how to write from notes, retell stories, summarize references, write from pictures, and use their imagination. This curriculum assumes teachers have learned the methodology of and have access to the IEW program, Teaching Writing: Structure and Style, which will be referenced in each unit. Twenty-three lessons introduce vocabulary words (such as miraculously, ambush, characteristic, and reconciliation) which is practiced regularly, with periodic quizzes (with the intent of incorporating these words in their writing assignments). To teach the course, purchase the combo, or as individual pieces. This course is the second in a series of multi-theme courses created in conjunction with Hillsdale’s K-12 American Classical Education topics of scope and sequence, which assigns a Grade 4 reading level to this course. Literature recommendations can be scheduled to supplement the curriculum (including Treasure Island, King Arthur and the Round Table, Robin Hood, Johnny Tremain, Anne of Green Gables, and some folktales and stories). First edition ~ Ruth
Product Format: | Other |
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Brand: | Institute for Excellence in Writing |
Grades: | 3-5 |
ISBN: | 9781623414061 |
Length in Inches: | 11 |
Width in Inches: | 9.625 |
Height in Inches: | 1.25 |
Weight in Pounds: | 2.9 |