diaperjoys Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I'm considering this program for my kiddos, and I've read many positive posts about it. What do you NOT like about it? I'd like to know both sides of the story before I make up my mind! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuovonne Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I like and use BraveWriter, but the main negatives I have about it are the price and lack of handholding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I like and use BraveWriter, but the main negatives I have about it are the price and lack of handholding. I love the BraveWriter philosophy, but I never could implement it because it is not structured enough for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodland_Mom Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I've looked at Bravewriter a few times, and have never been able to go ahead with the purchase because of the sticker price. I have looked at the samples and even tried them. I like that they are flexible and not planned to the nth degree. From the little I know, I haven't seen a "plan" or "scope and sequence". I wasn't convinced that all the bases would be covered with the program. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alte Veste Academy Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 (edited) I like and use BraveWriter, but the main negatives I have about it are the price and lack of handholding. :iagree:completely. For people who need reassurance that they are "on track" with language arts and for those who are not strong in LA themselves, using Brave Writer exclusively would be a nerve-wracking road to take. I think where it shines is as a supplement, giving lots of encouragement and some wonderful ideas that bring joy to writing and round out a solid, scheduled program. As a supplement, it's hard to beat, but I agree that it's pricey. It seems to be priced for people who are going to use it as the whole kit 'n' kaboodle for LA instead of as a supplement. The HS Buyers Co-Op pricing helps somewhat though. Edited September 15, 2011 by Alte Veste Academy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 (edited) We are new users of the Bravewriter lifestyle. It's still very new for us. We do plan to put our DD8 in the online classes, as I realize my limitations as a writing instructor, and I think those will be interesting. She'll try her first class when she is almost 9. This is not an open and go "curriculum". It's not really a curriculum at all, unless you buy the other programs like The Wand or The Arrow, etc. I think for anyone who wants open and go, this is not for them. It's really a program that teaches the parent to be a better guide for writing. I like the philosophy, but I don't consider myself a great writer, which is why I'll be supplementing with the online classes (at least we'll be trying them out to see if they are successful). Edited September 14, 2011 by tammyw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Are you looking at The Writer's Jungle or TWJ plus one of the the other programs? I find TWJ very inspiring but "big picture". I don't think it's worth the full price but it may go on sale again at HSBC at some point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kuovonne Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I don't think it's worth the full price but it may go on sale again at HSBC at some point. They acutally extended the deadline at HSBC again. It's an interesting marketing method. Each month they have kept extending the deadline. However, there is no guarentee that they will continue to do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto2blessings Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I loved the concept, but could never get around to getting it done enough because of the lack of structure. :)Gina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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