The Arts of Language Podcast

 To change things up a bit, Andrew and Julie open some mail from our customers and podcast listeners who describe how IEW has helped them in their educational journey. Join Andrew and Julie as they read the letters and express their joy and gratitude. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Dr. James B. Webster What Are We Really Doing Here? Article Podcast Series: Part 1  | Part 2 However Imperfectly Audio talk Po...

Andrew once again answers just about anything our podcast listeners ask. Tune in to hear Andrew's response to questions on topics like memorization, grammar, and mind mapping. Referenced Materials: Podcast with Monica Swanson Mastery Learning, Ability Development, and Individualized Education audio talk by Andrew Pudewa Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Podcast with Susan Barton   Cursive Know...

Since October is dyslexia awareness month, Susan Barton of the Barton Reading and Spelling System joins the Arts of Language Podcast to offer insight on dyslexia. With years of experience, Susan explains dyslexia's intricacies and discusses the temporary accommodations teachers can provide to allow dyslexic students to still thrive and prove their knowledge.   REFERENCED MATERIALS: Susan Barton Dy...

As September winds down and October inches forward, be prepared to transition from Unit 2 into Unit 3: Retelling Narrative Stories. Listen to Andrew walk through the Story Sequence Chart and learn how to coach your students to effectively retell narrative stories. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Anna Ingham   The Blended Sound-Sight Program of Learning   by Anna Ingham  Aesop Fables Webinar Archive Unit 3:...

In this podcast Andrew and Julie welcome Todd Wilson, the Family Man, to discuss the true difficulties of schooling. With humor and insight Todd connects with moms and dads, reminding them of what’s really important. REFERENCED MATERIALS: The Family Man   e-Newsletters Help! I'm Married to a Homeschooling Mom   by Todd Wilson  Teaching Writing: Structure and Style  Teaching Boys and Other Children...

After training with Dr. Suzuki, Andrew set out to teach everything while integrating Suzuki's method. Whether it be piano or writing, learn how any child can learn when you apply the principles of Talent Education. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Shinichi Suzuki Nurtured by Love by Shinichi Suzuki (Amazon Affiliate) Maria Montessori  The Institutes for the Achievement of Human Potential Dr. James B. Webster...

"Every child can learn; it all depends on the teacher." Dr. Suzuki truly believed that all children could learn when provided the right conditions. Enjoy a fun and inspiring podcast as Andrew talks about his time studying under Dr. Suzuki in Japan, and gain some insight on Suzuki's methodology.   REFERENCED MATERIALS: Shinichi Suzuki Ability Development from Age Zero by Shinichi Suzuki (Amazon Aff...

Start out strongly this September as Andrew and Julie chat about Units 1 and 2 of the Structure and Style syllabus, laying the foundation for the year. Discover the power of note making and outlining and find out how it paves the path for the upcoming year of writing. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Webinar Archive  Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Ask Andrew Anything   Dr. James B. Webster "Squirrely...

Join us in this podcast as Andrew and Julie sit down and have a conversation about the upcoming school year. Whether you're a full-time schoolteacher or a homeschooling parent, be invigorated in your quest for this new school year as Andrew provides advice on preparing your classroom and encourages you to keep moving forward. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Classroom Posters   Primary Arts of Language Porta...

Experience excellence in writing as Laura House, IEW's marketing manager, explains IEW's methodology and walks you through both the structure and style of the nine units. With her insightful knowledge and cheery attitude, Laura provides encouragement and demonstrates how you can apply IEW's method to anything you're learning at home or in the classroom. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Click here to download...

Because Andrew is traveling this week, Julie pulls in one of IEW's summer interns: NCFCA speech champion Kaitlyn Butts. Enjoy as Kaitlyn discusses her internship, and be inspired by Kaitlyn's message on the importance of public speaking. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Podcast with Kaitlyn Butts   Kaitlyn's Website   National Christian Forensics and Communications Association Teaching Writing: Structure and...

Join us in this episode of "Ask Andrew Anything" as Andrew responds to questions submitted by our podcast listeners. Offering helpful tips and humorous insight, Andrew explains ways to motivate students and where to get started with IEW. Referenced Materials: Humor in Teaching Podcast Series: Part 1  | Part 2 Theme-Based Writing Lessons   Following Narnia Volume 1: The Lion's Song   by Laura Betti...

In this podcast Andrew and Julie interview the managing editor of the  Magnum Opus Magazine , Megan Horst. Learn about the great student work Megan puts into the magazine and receive some background on the history of  Magnum Opus Magazine . REFERENCED MATERIALS: Megan Horst   Magnum Opus Magazine   Megan's Books The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom (Amazon Affiliate) Dr. James B. Webster Newsletter...

In this podcast Andrew and Julie welcome blogger and homeschool mom of four boys, Monica Swanson. Monica asks Andrew some frequently asked questions from her blog readers on topics like motivation and reading to help her as she writes the last chapter of her book, Boy Mom  (working title). Tune in until the end to hear Monica ask her son's fun questions for Andrew. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Monica Swa...

In this podcast Andrew and Julie welcome Leigh Bortins, founder of Classical Conversations, to discuss the Global Home Education Conference which took place in Russia this summer. Tune in to enjoy Andrew and Leigh's stories of their experience in Russian culture and learn about the role Leigh plays in promoting home education both nationwide and internationally. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Global Home E...

In honor of Independence Day, IEW is offering free shipping on all standard domestic shipping from July 1–10. Join us as Andrew and Julie talk about the history of "freedomship" and the importance of educated leaders. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Freedomship 2018 A Thomas Jefferson Education  by Oliver DeMille (Amazon Affiliate) Rhetoric by Aristotle (Amazon Affiliate) Adam and Missy Andrews  Teaching th...

Join us as Andrew discusses his research and cites studies that emphasize the learning differences between boys and girls. Learn how to motivate boys and other active learners by creating relevancy and respecting each child's individual needs. REFERENCED MATERIALS: Podcast with Jill Pike Motivation Article Audio talk Podcast Series: Part 1  | Part 2 Why Gender Matters by Leonard Sax, Ph. D (Amazon...

In this podcast Andrew and Julie introduce and discuss our brand new product,  However Imperfectly: Lessons learned from thirty years of teaching and other articles  written by Andrew Pudewa. Learn how the book came to be and get a sneak peek of the great content imbedded in the pages of the book. REFERENCED MATERIALS: However Imperfectly  by Andrew Pudewa  The Institutes for the Achievement of Hu...

Sit back and receive inspiration from Andrew and veteran homeschool mom and  Primary Arts of Language  author Jill Pike as they discuss their experience and provide suggestions for parents of struggling learners. Whether your child is dyslexic or has comprehension difficulties, Jill encourages parents to work with their student in all that they do, emphasizing her life-long motto: you can never he...

In this podcast Andrew and Julie interview Charlene Notgrass of Notgrass History. To Charlene, history is more about in-depth understanding as opposed to the memorization of facts, so she firmly believes in incorporating writing to develop historical knowledge. Learn about Charlene's journey to Notgrass History and gain some insight on how her history curriculum promotes writing. REFERENCED MATERI...

In honor of Mother's Day, Andrew switches things up and interviews Julie Walker, IEW's Director of Marketing and a longtime friend. After meeting Andrew in 1997, Julie took IEW's methodology and used it to teach her three boys and has since applied it to her own life. Join us for this special episode as Julie discusses her journey to IEW, and be encouraged by Julie's wisdom and advice for all moms...

It’s that time again for Andrew to be asked just about anything from various school teachers and parents across the country. Tune in to hear Andrew’s responses to questions, ranging from advice on encouraging reluctant readers to how to go about correcting students' papers. Referenced Materials: "Sitting Is the New Smoking: Ways a Sedentary Lifestyle is Killing You"  by The Active Times Online Cla...

As you near the end of the school year, get the information and motivation you need to finish strong with Unit 9: Formal Critique. In this two-part webinar recording, Andrew takes you through Unit 9, discusses its purpose, and explains the power of the critique thesaurus. Referenced Materials: Click here  to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 9 webinar. Webi...

As you near the end of the school year, get the information and motivation you need to finish strong with Unit 9: Formal Critique. In this two-part webinar recording, Andrew takes you through Unit 9, discusses its purpose, and explains the power of the critique thesaurus. Referenced Materials: Click here to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 9 webinar. Webin...

"Why did the egg cross the road? Because it had the inclination ." What makes certain jokes and phrases humorous? In this episode Andrew answers this question as he discusses the eleven elements of humor. Don't miss the chance to hear Andrew crack a few jokes as he demonstrates the true joy that humor in teaching can bring. go to part 1 REFERENCED MATERIALS: The Napoleon of Notting Hill  by G.K. C...