Follstad Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 I feel we are WAY behind in writing, and I don't even know where to begin. We use Shurley English, and that's pretty much it. Both DD 10 and DS 8 groan every time there is a writing assignment, and I groan along with them. I borrowed Writing Strands, didn't really like it. I borrowed IEW, but haven't really even looked at it because it sounds like it will take SO much time and work. I'm considering having my DD take a writing class next year. My son's not ready for that as he's in CAPD and Vision therapy at the moment, so that is pretty much his "Core" for the foreseeable future. I looked at Brave Writer a little bit, and thought I might like that. How many writing curriculums do I need to buy before I find one that I like and that works?? Help!!! Thanks! Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlsdMama Posted April 25, 2011 Share Posted April 25, 2011 I borrowed IEW, but haven't really even looked at it because it sounds like it will take SO much time and work. How many writing curriculums do I need to buy before I find one that I like and that works?? Help!!! Thanks! Sarah Sarah, Did someone lend you the DVDs or just the binder? If you have the DVDs in your house sit down and watch for a half hour or so today. Baby steps! I think you'll find IEW makes it fairly painless. Writing doesn't come without practice or work but it's pretty essential. You can do anything for thirty minutes a day... Just keep telling yourself that! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 You might find these lectures helpful. It's an inexpensive place to begin. www.welltrainedmind.com/store/elementary-grades-mp3.html www.welltrainedmind.com/store/middle-grades-mp3.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Follstad Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 Thank you for your responses!! Yes, I do have the DVD's. Have had them for a year now!!! So, I WILL watch them!! Quickly went to the sites listed, but it looks like great information and a good place to start. Thank you both!! Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laughing lioness Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 How bout WWE II? It's all in the book, pick up and go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSMom2One Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 You might find these lectures helpful. It's an inexpensive place to begin. www.welltrainedmind.com/store/elementary-grades-mp3.html www.welltrainedmind.com/store/middle-grades-mp3.html Thank you for the tip. I just downloaded the middle grades audio myself. I'm also planning to buy WWS for either 7th or 8th grade. This should be a real boost to our writing program here at Brown House Academy. :) Blessings, Lucinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 I recommend WWE! My sons both love it. It's easy, enjoyable, and open and go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommee & Baba Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 We just finished up with WWE1 this year for my 2nd grader and dd use to COMPLAIN anytime she had to do any writing...then we started WWE1 and she prefers this MUCH more than any other approach prior to finding WWE. That's my suggestion. WWE. Not sure what level but I'm sure you can be guided in that area. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Follstad Posted May 4, 2011 Author Share Posted May 4, 2011 Thank you for reminding me about WWE! I have the book and we did part of Level 1 a couple of years ago!! This will be a good place to start. I can't even remember why we didn't continue with this, but glad I kept the book. I'll just need the workbook. Thanks!! Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELaurie Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 I recommend WWE! My sons both love it. It's easy, enjoyable, and open and go. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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