The Arts of Language Podcast

Why is it important to teach grammar? How does grammar help with comprehension and skills beyond just knowing the parts of speech? Listen as Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker dive into this valuable subject. Andrew shares a bit of the history behind the Fix It!® Grammar series and talks about why it is an effective method of teaching grammar.

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But . . . but . . . but . . . What about Grammar? audio talk by Andrew Pudewa

Fix It! Grammar

Fix It! Grammar free lessons

Transcript of Podcast Episode 519



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Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

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In this episode, Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker highlight the IEW Checklist Generator™ that allows teachers and teaching parents to customize their students’ checklists and to provide clear and reasonable expectations for assignments. They also discuss the intangible benefits of using the checklist, such as helping students organize their work and learn responsibility to “do what you check and check what you do.”

Referenced Materials

Episode 516: The Power of the Checklist

Portable Walls™ for Structure and Style® Students

A Word Write Now

IEW Writing Toolbox app

The IEW Checklist Generator, Making EZ+1 Easy!

Premium Membership

Transcript of Podcast Episode 518



If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected]
Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

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This episode is a recording of Julie Walker presenting the EZ+1: IEW's Step-by-Step Teaching Method webinar. Learning to write is foundational to a child’s education, but for many students it is confusing and frustrating. Likewise, for some teachers, training students in composition can seem overly complex and burdensome. However, teaching students to write well is not only possible, but it can be enjoyable!



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Webinar presentation slides

Free lessons from IEW courses

Structure and Style® for Students

Teaching Writing: Structure and Style

Fix It!® Grammar

University-Ready Writing

Writing Across the Curriculum

Introduction to Public Speaking

Linguistic Development through Poetry Memorization

The Phonetic Zoo

Primary Arts of Language

IEW Schools Department

Transcript of Podcast Episode 517



If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected]
Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

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Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker discuss the history of the IEW’s methodology and how the checklist makes it possible for students to enjoy writing. Julie also shares about the IEW Checklist Generator™, IEW® Gradebook, and instructor accreditation.



Referenced Materials

Blended Structure and Style in Composition by Dr. James B. Webster

Episode 416: A Tribute to Dr. James B. Webster

“The Online IEW Checklist Generator™”

IEW® Gradebook

Episode 512: IEW Gradebook – Why Teachers Love It

Teaching Writing: Structure and Style®

IEW Accreditation

Dr. Webster’s University Essay Checklists

“The Power of the Checklist”

Transcript of Podcast Episode 516



If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected]
Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]

Picture a hall filled with row upon row of booths showcasing curriculum, activity kits, and books! Add many homeschool parents (and maybe some grandparents), helpful consultants, and plenty of engaging speakers. This is the ideal recipe for a refreshing and inspiring weekend at a homeschool convention. Join Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker as they discuss why you should attend a conference and how to prepare to get the most out of your weekend.



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Homeschool conventions where you can find IEW in 2026

Episode 415: Get Thee to a Homeschool Convention

“Encouragement for the Journey”

Andrew Pudewa convention talk recordings

Transcript of Podcast Episode 515



If you have questions for Andrew, send them to [email protected]
Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA).

If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or [email protected]