IEW Writing Level A

Teacher: Veronica Pedraza

Teaching writing can be challenging and frustrating. However, using the IEW Structure and Style method will prepare elementary-age students with writing skills far above their peers. It provides a solid foundation for paragraph structure. The syllabus of style is taught throughout the units at the speed with which the students can understand and utilize it.  Techniques are introduced one at a time.  Only some students will master everything taught, but all students will master some of what is taught.  While advanced style techniques will keep the brightest students excited about their writing, the basics of the syllabus allow all students to achieve variety and competence in expression. 

Designed for students in grade school who are concurrently completing grammar and literature exercises in their home studies, this lab does address some grammar issues along with style and structure elements, but is not a complete instruction course for mechanics and use. 

In each lab students will learn and review concepts and exercise some in-lab writing.  This allows the student to practice the material taught and ask any questions needed to futher understanding.  

IEW level A course material will be incorporated throughout the lab and the lab notebook and materials are required.  Those registered will have the opportunity to order the required lab notebook with through their CHSEL account upon registration. 

This lab does not require at home writing assignments, however it is advantageous for the student to take home work to complete more of the practicum.

Grades will not be kept, however students will have writing evaluated during the labs.  

          Lab Cost: $243/yr. payable $27/mo.

Membership with Lighthouse Home School Support is required to register. 

Teacher Bio: I am a lover of Jesus Christ and am passionate about learning about Him through Him and His creation. In teaching,  I hope to share with students a desire for learning for His glory. The Bachelor of Science degree I hold has only a small impact upon my teaching, since I have learned most of what I really know through home teaching my own children over the past 28 years as I have learned how to meet their needs. My husband, Don, and I reside in Groves with the youngest three of our eight children. Each of the grown children value their home education. We love to encourage others who are considering homeschooling and those who are actively homeschooling. It is for this reason that we have established or helped establish a variety of homeschool groups or co-ops and continue to look for ways to encourage, edify and equip those who have taken on the task homeschooling. Grace and peace to you on your journey!!