I. E. W.'s Student Writing Intensive A -- samples

I finally chose a writing program that excites me -- Student Writing Intensive -- Level A by the Institute for Excellence in Writing.  Both the boys adore Andrew Pudewa! Nathan is a natural writer who could use some practice in more expository writing, while Ben is a reluctant writer very much in need of a highly-structured writing program.  While Nathan works nearly independently, I am next to Ben every step of the way.  I thought I would share our first two writing assignments with my readers.  Below are the assignments "Sea Snakes," "Tarantulas," and "Pillbugs."

Ben's

Nathan's