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IEW vs Brave Writer | Which Homeschool Writing Curriculum Is Better?
Teaching writing at home can feel intimidating—but choosing the right curriculum can make all the difference.
In this episode of Homeschool Ways, we're comparing Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) and Brave Writer, two of the most respected homeschool writing programs available today.
While both help students become better writers, they represent two very different educational philosophies. IEW emphasizes explicit structure, modeling, and step-by-step instruction, while Brave Writer focuses on developing a child's voice, creativity, and love of writing through a literature-rich approach.
In this episode we'll discuss:
• Educational philosophy
• Structured writing vs. creative writing
• Parent involvement
• Daily lessons and workload
• Teaching methods
• Student personalities that fit each program
• Long-term writing development
• Cost considerations
• Which families are likely to thrive with each curriculum
By the end of this episode, you'll have a much clearer idea of which writing curriculum best matches your homeschool style and your child's learning needs.
📚 Need help choosing curriculum?
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📚 Need help choosing curriculum?
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Thank you for listening to Homeschool Ways. Every episode is designed to encourage, equip, and inspire homeschool families with practical advice, honest curriculum reviews, and real-life homeschooling experience.
20 Jul 2026
The Good and the Beautiful vs Abeka: Honest Homeschool Curriculum Comparison
Choosing an entire homeschool curriculum can feel overwhelming.
In this episode of Homeschool Ways, we're comparing The Good and the Beautiful and Abeka, two of the most popular homeschool programs available today.
Although both are Christian curricula, they approach education very differently.
In this episode we'll discuss:
• Educational philosophy
• Teaching style
• Parent involvement
• Reading and language arts
• Math approach
• Science and history
• Biblical worldview
• Cost considerations
• Which families thrive with each curriculum
By the end, you'll have a much clearer idea of which curriculum best matches your homeschool goals.
Still second-guessing every curriculum purchase?
I created a short guide that walks you through my curriculum decision process so you can stop wondering if you're making the "wrong" choice. It's just $7 and has helped me simplify curriculum shopping.
➜ Get it here: https://adriana-zoder.kit.com/products/the-homeschool-curriculum-decision-guide
🌐 Blog:
https://homeschoolways.com (https://homeschoolways.com)
🎥 YouTube:
https://youtube.com/@homeschoolways
📖 My Homeschool Books:
https://www.amazon.com/author/adrianazoder
📱 Facebook:
https://facebook.com/homeschoolways
📌 Pinterest:
https://pinterest.com/homeschoolways
📚 Need help choosing curriculum?
Get my Homeschool Curriculum Decision Guide here:
https://homeschoolways.kit.com/products/the-homeschool-curriculum-decision-guide
Thank you for listening to Homeschool Ways. New homeschool encouragement, curriculum reviews, and practical advice are released regularly to help you homeschool with confidence.
14 Jul 2026
Mystery of History vs Story of the World | Which Homeschool History Curriculum Is Better?
If you're trying to choose between Mystery of History and Story of the World, this episode walks you through the strengths, weaknesses, and differences between these two popular homeschool history curricula.
I'll compare:
Teaching style
Worldview and approach
Ease of use
Age range
Prep time
Who each curriculum is best suited for
Whether you're homeschooling for the first time or looking to switch history programs, this comparison will help you decide which curriculum is the better fit for your family.
If you've been following my homeschool curriculum comparison series, this is the latest episode!
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