Level 1A Writing Course (Grades 3–5)

Build Confidence. Master Structure. Watch Writing Take Off.

This 24-week writing course is designed to help elementary students become confident, capable writers no matter their starting point. Using Structure and Style for Students: Level 1A from the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW), students learn to organize their thoughts, build strong sentences, and write structured paragraphs step by step.

Each week, students are introduced to a new writing skill through modeling, guided practice, and simple checklists. They will learn how to take notes, retell information, use stylistic writing techniques, and write across a variety of formats from short summaries to creative paragraphs.

Taught by certified teacher Ms. Justyna, this class provides gentle, consistent guidance and feedback to help students grow with confidence.

Course Overview

• 24 weeks of live instruction

• Weekly 50 to 60 minute class

• Small class size (maximum of 10 students)

• Weekly assignments with individualized teacher feedback

• Supplementary materials included

• Tuition: $25 per class

• Required: Structure and Style for Students: Level 1A Student Book
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Who This Course Is For

This class is ideal for students who:

• Are reading at or above a 3rd grade level

• Feel unsure about writing or don’t know where to begin

• Have creative ideas but need structure to express them clearly

• Benefit from step-by-step guidance and consistent feedback

What Parents Appreciate

• A proven structure that breaks writing into manageable steps

• Encouraging instruction that helps even reluctant writers succeed

• Personalized feedback that supports individual growth

• Clear progress from week to week

By the end of this course, students will write stronger sentences and paragraphs—and feel proud of what they’ve accomplished.

This course is taught by an accredited IEW instructor using the curriculum with permission. It is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Institute for Excellence in Writing.