🤔What’s the difference between Writers in the Making, Ink Masters in Training, and Wordsmiths at Work?
Great question! All three courses use the IEW Structure and Style method, but they are designed for different skill levels and focus on different subject areas:
- Writers in the Making, writing with science,🐝 is for emerging early middle schoolers who are still building confidence with paragraph structure, grammar, and basic writing skills.
- Ink Masters in Training, engaging lessons from Narnia,🦁is for intermediate middle schoolers ready to tackle longer writing assignments, practice literary techniques, and build their writing voice through
- Wordsmiths at Work, writing with U.S. history, 🇺🇲 is for advanced high schoolers who are refining their style, focusing on sophisticated sentence structure, and preparing for upper-level high school and beyond with more analytical and creative writing.
📝Does my child need previous IEW experience to take one of these classes?
Not necessarily! Each class provides instruction and support tailored to that level of experience. If your child is new to IEW, Writers in the Making or Ink Masters in Training is a great place to jump in! Wordsmiths at Work is best for students with prior structured writing experience who are ready for more advanced composition.
⏰How much time will my child need to spend on assignments outside of class?
On average, students should expect to spend 2-4 hours per week on assignments, depending on the course level, the week’s workload, and the student’s work pace. We keep it manageable, with a focus on practice and steady progress.
🌱What kind of feedback will my child receive?
Each student is supported through constructive comments and a warm, approachable teaching style that helps build both skill and confidence (so very important!).
Practice makes perfect, so our Practice Challenges are meant for students to experiment and explore with their writing and new concepts. These assignments are marked Complete or Incomplete.
Performance Quests are graded with specific, personalized, encouraging feedback. My feedback system is called Two Stars and a Wish✨ – two things that a student did really well and one very important thing that the student can improve upon. Build writing savvy while maintaining confidence is key!
Ink Masters in Training – Level B Composition
$579.00
Course Title: Ink Masters in Training – Level B Composition
Step through the wardrobe! 🚪Master storytelling, powerful vocabulary, and creative structure while journeying with Aslan through one of literature’s greatest fantasy worlds! 💫
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”Mrs Purcell is amazing! She was always on time, and when you enter the class she greets you with a welcoming HELLO! She is so fun and understandable. If you have questions, she is ready to answer them and never thinks they are stupid questions! She is awesome and amazing at what she does! 11 out of 10! I encourage anybody, “If you’ve ever taken an IEW class, you’ve never taken an IEW class with Mrs P!”- TNA Student
Teacher: Beth Purcell
Semester/Year: Year-long
Grade Level: Elementary-Middle School (6th–9th grades)
Day and Time: 2026/2027 Tuesday, 11:30 AM CST
Required Materials:
Following Narnia Volume 2: Aslan’s Country (Student Book Only)
Optional: Each lesson refers to chapters from the Narnia books. While not required, students may wish to have access to these books for supplemental reading.
Prerequisites:
- Completion of Writers in the Making – Level A or an IEW writing class.
Class Description
Dragons, dwarfs, and donkeys…oh my! Don your suit of armor and let’s explore Aslan’s country together!
Ink Masters in Training is the next step for intermediate writers looking to sharpen their skills and build confidence. This full-year writing course teaches students advanced writing techniques while exploring the enchanting world of Narnia through the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Structure and Style method.
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Course Information
Course Title: Ink Masters in Training - Level B Composition
Teacher: Beth Purcell
Semester/Year: Year-long
Grade Level: Elementary-Middle School (6th–9th grades)
Day and Time: Tuesday, 11:30 AM CST
Credit: One Year
Class Description
Dragons, dwarfs, and donkeys…oh my! Don your suit of armor and let’s explore Aslan’s country together!
Ink Masters in Training is the next step for intermediate writers looking to sharpen their skills and build confidence. This full-year writing course teaches students advanced writing techniques while exploring the enchanting world of Narnia through the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) Structure and Style method.
Students in grades 6–9 will dive into the final four novels of The Chronicles of Narnia® while mastering the art of writing. This course covers advanced skills such as taking notes, retelling narrative stories, summarizing references, writing from pictures, and composing essays.
What to Expect:
Weekly live classes will focus on:
- Composition concepts and grammar.
- Advanced writing techniques.
- Literary analysis of the Narnia texts.
Students will complete weekly writing assignments, practice creative writing, and explore various academic composition models.
Key Focus Areas Include:
- Developing key word outlines as a prewriting strategy.
- Analyzing texts and narratives.
- Mastering paragraph structure and writing techniques to enhance essays.
- Engaging in interactive learning experiences and discussions.
- Crafting compelling creative writing pieces.
- Evaluating and proofreading written drafts.
This course is ideal for students who aspire to:
- Learn sound prewriting skills.
- Elevate their writing with mature techniques.
- Build grammar and proofreading skills.
- Understand academic writing elements.
- Gain confidence in their writing abilities.
By the conclusion of this course, students will have a strong foundation in note-taking, writing from multiple sources, storytelling, creative composition, proofreading, vocabulary, and grammar.
Required Materials/Prerequisites
Required Text:
Optional: Each lesson refers to chapters from the Narnia books. While not required, students may wish to have access to these books for supplemental reading.
Prerequisites:
- Completion of Writers in the Making - Level A or an IEW writing class.
SAMR Model Application
This writing course leverages technology to enhance learning at every level of the SAMR model:
- Substitution: Students use word processing software instead of pen and paper for drafting and editing their essays.
- Augmentation: Online research databases and academic search engines enhance students' ability to find and evaluate sources.
- Modification: Collaborative online platforms enable peer review and feedback processes that were not possible with traditional methods.
- Redefinition: Students utilize digital tools to analyze and refine their work, receiving feedback and support to guide their drafting and revision process. They also create multimedia presentations of their research, incorporating interactive elements that extend beyond traditional written reports.
Want to See How This Fits Into a Bigger Plan?
This class can stand alone — or be part of a larger pathway at True North Academy.
From Core 4 foundations to Associate and Dual Degree options, we help families build a clear, customized plan for middle and high school.
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🎯 Schedule a free advising session and let’s map it out together.
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