After two grueling but productive days at the Indiana Home Educators Convention six years ago, I wearily hauled my rolling suitcase, burdened with books, through the crowded Exhibition Hall. Mentally, physically, and spiritually exhausted, I unexpectedly stumbled upon the booth for The Institute for Excellence in Writing. My bleary eyes were drawn to a spiral notebook brimming with student examples. As I began to peruse the impressive material, a profound realization dawned: I must have this writing curriculum! Armed with my mighty VISA card, I purchased the TWSS - Teaching Writing with Structure and Style - a teacher’s manual and DVDs that have altered the attitude and ability of my family towards composition. Since that day, I have happily returned to IEW for more materials, and I have never been disappointed. Thank you, Andrew, for reminding me of the basic components of excellent writing and giving me the stylistic tools to write a paragraph teeming with dress ups, sentence openers, decorations, triples, and advanced dress ups.

 

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12 Responses to “Home School Titan: Andrew Pudewa Interview”

• Cheryl Says:
  October 25th, 2007 at 4:51 am

  I had heard of IEW for years but just figured it was like every other writing program I had tried; so I didn’t even bother to check in to it. However, Andrew was speaking at the OK conference I was attending. I was NOT disappointed. So much of what he taught made amazing sense and came from such practicality! I was sold. My first year I didn’t seem to be able to integrate it as easily as Andrew taught it. But I joined the IEW Yahoo group and then things really started to take off. Now, I am a regular contributor to the loop and both my son and I have greatly improved in our composing abilities. We are going on 4 years with IEW and have moved on to a variety of their products. Andrew is an excellent speaker, lecturer, and teacher. I cannot recommend IEW products enough.

• Heather Says:
  October 25th, 2007 at 1:22 pm

  GREAT interview! We are in our second year using TWSS and the Poetry. It has been a lot of fun to learn alongside my dd. We highly recommend IEW!

• Sallie Says:
  October 26th, 2007 at 9:25 am

  This was an excellent opportunity to hear some of Andrew Pudewa’s ideas for an effective homeschool education. As a die-hard fan of the IEW writing program already, I recognize that Andrew has a wealth of thoughtful wisdom for Christian homeschoolers. Thank you for this well-conducted interview!

• Diane Says:
  October 26th, 2007 at 9:39 am

  Sallie, you are welcome; I am so glad that you enjoyed his thoughtful wisdom. It was my honor and pleasure to interview Andrew. He is genuinely humble and approachable, and I am grateful for his contribution to our family over the years!

• jennifer d Says:
  November 10th, 2007 at 10:16 pm

  Loved the interview! I’ve used IEW for one semester and was encouraged to keep going. Want to know more, more more!

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• Renae Says:
  August 4th, 2008 at 10:40 am

  Thanks so much for letting me know about this interview! It took me a few days to get back here, but I appreciate Mr. Pudewa’s perspective. Now I know why. He’s from Idaho. (so am I)

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• Lorie Says:
  August 22nd, 2008 at 10:47 am

  Diane, Great interview … I especially enjoyed the reminder to read to our older children … Thanks for stopping by my site too. Lorie

• Diane Says:
  August 23rd, 2008 at 2:25 pm

  Thanks, Lorie! I’m glad that you enjoyed it!
  Blessings!
  D

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