The Arts of Language Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Episode 341: A Sneak Peek at IEW's 2022 Fall Conference Sep 27, 2022

Show notes

On Friday, October 14, IEW will host an online Fall Conference. The conference is an opportunity for parents and teachers around the globe to gather and watch Andrew deliver several of his popular and insightful talks. In Episode 341, Andrew and Julie give a sneak peek of what the day entails and share a snippet of each of the talks Andrew will present.

REFERENCED MATERIALS:

IEW's 2022 Fall Conference [Online]
IEW's 2022 Summer Conference
Structure and Style for Students
Teaching Writing: Structure and Style
"Nurturing Competent Communicators"
"By Heart - The Goodness of Memory" audio talk by Andrew Pudewa
"Fairy Tales and the Moral Imagination"audio talk by Andrew Pudewa
Transcript of Podcast Episode 341

Remember to send your questions to podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com.

Episode 340: Ask Andrew Anything Sep 20, 2022

Show notes

Whether they are broad or technical, serious or humorous, Andrew enjoys receiving and answering questions. In this week's episode, Andrew enthusiastically addresses inquiries posed by teachers and teaching parents. From suggestions about motivation to advice on teaching a student with dysgraphia, Andrew responds to each question with experience and insight.

Referenced Materials:

They're Rarely Too Young...and Never Too Old "To Twinkle" by Kay Collier Slone
Shinichi Suzuki
Teaching Writing: Structure and Style
Structure and Style for Students
Motivation
- Article
- Audio talk
- Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2
Magnum Opus Magazine
Spelling and the Brain by Andrew Pudewa
Teaching the Classicsby Adam Andrews and Missy Andrews
"The Colloquium Environment" by Andrew Pudewa
Jane Eyreby Charlotte Brontë
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
Transcript of Podcast Episode 340

Remember to send your questions to podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com.

Episode 339: How to Teach Writing with Confidence Sep 14, 2022

Show notes

How can teachers and teaching parents teach writing confidently? This week, Andrew and Julie address the question. Andrew first explains the complex task of writing. Once teachers understand the process, they can then break it down into manageable steps that make the skill both teachable and learnable. Be encouraged by the episode and learn how IEW's methodology equips you to separate the complexity of writing so that you and your students can find success!

REFERENCED MATERIALS:

Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Episode 338: Conversing with Kelsey Reed † Sep 07, 2022

Show notes

As a long-time partner to WORLD Magazine, the Arts of Language Podcast is excited to have Kelsey Reed as a guest. Kelsey is a news coach for God's WORLD News. In this encouraging episode, Kelsey discusses her role in helping parents navigate challenging conversations with their children about current events. Kelsey desires to instill confidence and hope by approaching the news with a biblical perspective.

Referenced Materials:

Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com.

† Contains distinctly Christian content

Episode 337: A Visit with Sarah Mackenzie Aug 31, 2022

Show notes

As reading is an important language art, Andrew and Julie are thrilled to welcome a fellow lover of reading Sarah Mackenzie. Sarah is a homeschool mom, author, and the founder of Read-Aloud Revival, which announced the launch of its own boutique publishing imprint: Waxwing Books. In this episode Sarah talks about the publisher's first book, A Little More Beautiful: The Story of a Garden. As the author of this children's book, Sarah shares her insight on what makes a classic children's book and provides background on her experience writing the book.

Referenced Materials:

Sarah Mackenzie
Read-Aloud Revival
Waxwing Books
A Little More Beautiful: the Story of a Gardenby Sarah Mackenzie
Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey
Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney
Blueberries for Salby Robert McCloskey
The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
Hubert's Hair-Raising Adventure by Bill Peet
Bear Snores Onby Karma Wilson
The Seven Silly Eaters by Mary Ann Hoberman
Tomie dePaola
A Child's Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson
Kate DiCamillo
Sarah's First Podcast with Andrew Pudewa
Sarah's Newest Podcast with Andrew Pudewa
"Nurturing Competent Communicators" audio talk by Andrew Pudewa
Little Bear by Else Holmelund Minarik
Transcript of Podcast Episode 337

Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com.

Episode 336: Supercharging Classroom Creativity and Motivation Aug 24, 2022

Show notes

The start of the school year is an exciting time—a time when energy and motivation are high in the classroom. With many returning to school this month, Andrew and Julie address teachers and teaching parents by discussing ways they can carry the energy from the beginning of the semester throughout the year. From challenging your students to incorporate all of the dress-ups in one sentence, to tracking your students' progress, you'll hear tried and true tips for supercharging creativity and motivation in your classroom!

Referenced Materials:

Goodbye, Mr. Chips by James Hilton
Structure and Style for Students
Teaching Writing: Structure and Style
Instructor Accreditation Program
Motivation
- Article
- Audio talk
- Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2
Humor in Teaching
- Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2
Magnum Opus Magazine
National History Day
"The Benefits of Entering Writing Contests" by Marci Harris
Writing Contests
Transcript of Podcast Episode 336

Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com.

Episode 335: Homeschool 101 – A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Dunne † Aug 16, 2022

Show notes

To join them in this Homeschool 101 episode, Andrew and Julie welcome Dr. Lisa Dunne. Dr. Dunne is a homeschool mom, author, and founder of Chula Vista Christian University. With over twenty years of classroom experience, Dr. Dunne speaks on her vision of education reform. Her organization's work includes establishing homeschool academies that allow parents to partner with local churches. Additionally Dr. Dunne discusses her new book, Outsourced, and capitalizes on the importance of parental involvement in their children's education.

Referenced Materials:

Dr. Lisa Dunne
Outsourced: Why America’s Kids Need an Education Revolutionby Dr. Lisa Dunne
Chula Vista Christian University
The Academy at CVCU
Dumbing Us Down by John Taylor Gatto
Live Not by Lies by Rod Dreher
The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianof and Jonathan Haidt
Jordan Peterson
Transcript of Podcast Episode 335

Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com.

† Contains distinctly Christian content

Episode 334: Back to School with IEW Aug 11, 2022

Show notes

For many, August is a month of anticipation as the start of the school year approaches. In this week's episode, Andrew and Julie address teachers who will be using IEW's method in the classroom. From tips on decorating the classroom to suggestions on equipping yourself, you’ll learn some practical and effective preparations for a successful year of teaching with Structure and Style!

Referenced Materials:

Premium Membership
Teaching Writing: Structure and Style
Structure and Style for Students
Classroom Posters
Portable Walls
IEW School Site
Theme-Based Writing Lessons
Implementation Coaches
Structure and Style for Students: A Trustworthy Way to Teach Your Students to Write
Webinar Archive
"The Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing"
- Audio Talk
- Article
Structure and Style Overview
Nurturing Success: Serving Schools of Every Kind
- Podcast
"Off to a Strong Start: Preparing for Writing Instruction with Structure and Style" by Jean B. Nichols

Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com.

Episode 333: Letter to the Editor Aug 03, 2022

Show notes

When teaching Structure and Style for Students, Andrew had each student hire an editor and deliver a letter that he had written to him or her. After all, every good writer has an editor. Andrew and Julie read the letter and discuss the role that editors play in helping students bring their finest pieces to publication. Andrew cautions against overcorrecting and instead recommends that editors focus on ensuring that the composition or essay is "legal."

Referenced Materials:

"Letter to the Editor: Podcast Episode 333"
Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing
- Audio Talk
- Article
Structure and Style® for Students
Structure and Style Overview
Teaching Writing: Structure and Style
Letter to the Editor
Transcript of Podcast Episode 333

Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com.

Episode 332: While Julie's Away – Talking Accreditation with Evan Smith Jul 27, 2022

Show notes

With Julie being away this week, Andrew asked Evan Smith to join him for the podcast. Evan is one of our educational consultants and a member of the accreditation team. By tuning in you'll learn about Evan's experience with IEW, be introduced to the process of becoming an accredited instructor, and gain insight on the benefits of working through the Teaching Writing: Structure and Style teacher-training course.

Referenced Materials: