STEP 1: TEACH
Each lesson starts with a clear, kid-friendly explanation of the writing focus. Engaging visuals are included so you can explain it simply.
Homeschool parents,
Teaching Writing at Home Doesn't Have to Be Hard!
Get a simple, step-by-step homeschool writing curriculum that takes the guesswork out of writing instruction, so your child can build real skills and you can finally feel confident teaching it — all at a price that is hard to beat!
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A Print-and-Go Curriculum With Zero Prep
No planning, no gathering materials, no guesswork. Just print the curriculum and start teaching. Everything is laid out clearly for you.
Step-By-Step Lessons That Build Writing Skills
Each lesson breaks writing down into small, manageable steps so your child never feels overwhelmed. Skills build on each other naturally.
A Child Who Feels Confident About Writing
Whether your child loves writing or avoids it, the well-structured lessons and consistent routine help every writer feel capable and successful.
SIMPLE 3-STEP ROUTINE FOR EACH LESSON
Each lesson follows a simple 3-step routine that takes the guesswork out of teaching writing. Your child always knows what's coming next, which keeps writing time focused, calm, and productive. That consistency is what helps skills stick.
STEP 2: MODEL
Next, the skill is shown in action with a writing sample. Your child sees exactly what the finished skill looks like before they're asked to try it themselves.
STEP 3: WRITE
Then your child puts the skill to work in their own writing. Each activity is focused and purposeful, building toward a complete, polished piece.
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offer 1: HOMESCHOOL WRITING curriculum
Simple Writing Lessons for Grades 1-5 - Instant PDF Download!
This homeschool writing curriculum gives your child a clear, step-by-step plan for learning to write. Every lesson is short, easy to teach, and ready to go. You don't need a teaching background or hours of prep. Just print the lessons and follow along together. By the end, your child will have completed four full writing pieces and built real skills they can be proud of.
- 162 pages of ready-to-use writing lessons and materials
- Print-and-go, no-prep required
- Step-by-step lessons that guide students through the writing process for four writing pieces
- Covers 4 genres: personal narrative, realistic fiction, informational, and opinion writing
- Everything included: teaching visuals, writing samples, graphic organizers, and rubrics.
- Engaging for all writers, whether they love writing or are still warming up to it
- Aligned with grade-level standards
Sale Price: $30 $15
An amazing resource for anyone whose strength is not writing. The organization, step-by-step instruction, and pre-made anchor charts are all amazing. My favorite part is the ROUTINE.
-Rachel
The scaffolding and model texts build both confidence and competency. Everything is included and ready to use with almost zero prep. Highly recommend!
– Patricia
This has been such a game changer. It is very step by step and students feel very successful. They are all participating every day. I wished I had found this earlier!
– Denise
I struggle with writing lessons, but this resource makes it a breeze. Easy to use and plan. Thank you!
– Brandi
frequently asked questions
What makes this writing curriculum stand out from others?
Every lesson in this curriculum is research-based and has been tested in thousands of homes and classrooms, so you know it actually works.
There’s no fluff and no busywork. Just focused, step-by-step lessons that get straight to the point and build real writing skills in small, manageable steps your child can follow.
It’s also genuinely easy to teach, even if writing isn’t your strongest subject. Everything is ready to use from day one with zero prep required.
And for everything you get, the price is hard to beat. It’s a complete, ready-to-use curriculum without the full price tag.
Can I take a look inside before I buy?
Absolutely! You can peek inside both the grammar and writing resources before making a decision. Take a look at a free sample of the curriculums to see what’s inside.
What writing units and skills are covered in the writing curriculum in Offer 1?
Unit 1: Personal Narrative
- Plan and write a personal narrative on a focused topic
- Add details and dialogue to strengthen writing
- Use transition words to show the sequence of events
- Create a strong beginning, middle, and ending
- Use conventions correctly
- Revise, edit, and publish a complete personal narrative
Unit 2: Fictional Narrative
- Plan and write a realistic fiction narrative on a focused topic
- Add details and dialogue to strengthen writing
- Use transition words to show the sequence of events
- Create a strong beginning, middle, and ending
- Use conventions correctly
- Revise, edit, and publish a complete realistic fiction narrative
Unit 3: Informational Report
- Plan and write an informational report on a focused topic
- Add details and examples to strengthen writing
- Use transition words to connect ideas
- Create a strong introduction, middle, and conclusion
- Use conventions correctly
- Revise, edit, and publish a complete informational report
Unit 4: Opinion Essay
- Plan and write an opinion piece on a focused topic
- Add details and examples to strengthen writing
- Use transition words to connect ideas
- Create a strong introduction, middle, and conclusion
- Use conventions correctly
- Revise, edit, and publish a complete opinion piece
What format do the curriculums come in?
All workbooks are PDF downloads. Once you purchase, you’ll get instant access to download and print.
Take a look at a free sample of the curriculums to see what’s inside.
How are the Grades 1–2 and Grades 3–5 resources different?
The lessons are the same in both and follow the same teaching structure and sequence. The only difference is the content used within the lessons.
The Grades 1–2 version includes simpler mentor sentences in the grammar resource and simpler writing samples in the writing resource. The Grades 3–5 version includes slightly more complex mentor sentences and more detailed writing samples.
Do I need a teaching background to use this curriculum?
Not at all. The lessons are written clearly enough that any parent can pick them up and teach them with confidence. Just follow along with the curriculum and your child will be guided through each lesson, step by step.
Which curriculum is right for my child?
If your child is in grades 1 or 2, start with the Grades 1-2 curriculum. If they’re in grades 3, 4, or 5, go with the Grades 3-5 curriculum. If you have children in both grade ranges, the bundle is the best deal at $25 for both.
Can tutors or teachers use these curriculum?
Absolutely. The well-structured lessons and open-and-go format make these curriculums easy to use for one-on-one tutoring or small groups. Sessions are simple to plan and even simpler to run.
What is the benefit of getting the grammar curriculum in Offer 2?
The grammar workbook adds 90 short, ready-to-use lessons that teach grammar in the context of real writing, not isolated drills. It takes just 10 minutes a day, requires zero prep, and covers these 30 essential grammar skills:
- Nouns & Subjects
- Action Verbs & Predicates
- Types of Sentences
- Complete Sentences
- Proper Nouns
- Singular & Plural Nouns
- Irregular Plural Nouns
- Possessive Nouns
- Concrete & Abstract Nouns
- Present-Tense Verbs
- Past & Future-Tense Verbs
- Irregular Past-Tense Verbs
- Linking Verbs
- Main & Helping Verbs
- Subject & Object Pronouns
- Possessive Pronouns
- Pronoun-Verb Agreement
- Contractions
- Homophones
- Adjectives
- Comparative Adjectives
- Adverbs
- Comparative Adverbs
- Prepositional Phrases
- Commas in a Series
- Conjunctions: and, or
- Conjunctions: but, so
- Complex Sentences
- Commas in Dates & Places
- Dialogue
Take a look at a free sample of the curriculums to see how they work.
What is the benefit of getting both the writing and grammar curriculums in Offer 3?
Offer 3 gives you a complete, all-in-one language arts curriculum that covers everything your child needs to meet grade-level standards for both writing and grammar. No searching for extra resources, no wondering if you’re covering everything. Just print and teach. Every lesson is research-based and tested, so you can feel confident that what you’re teaching actually works.
Take a look at a free sample of the curriculums to see how they work together.
What happens after I make a purchase?
You’ll receive Google Drive links to all of your purchased resources right away. Everything is organized and simple to access, so you can get started quickly and stress-free. Want a quick preview? Watch this video to see exactly what to expect after you purchase.
Can I share this curriculum with others after purchasing?
No. This workbook is licensed for single-family use, which means it’s intended for use with your own children at home. Sharing, distributing, or reselling the files is not permitted. If you have a friend who loves it, send them the link so they can grab their own copy!
what outcomes you can expect when you use this homeschool writing curriculum?
Your child will feel confident sitting down to write.
Your child will build real writing skills.
You’ll have an open-and-go plan you can follow.
Your child’s writing will improve greatly.
which curriculum is right for you?
You're just one step away from a homeschool writing plan that works!
offer 1
Homeschool Writing Curriculum
$30 $15
✔️ Full-Year Homeschool Writing Curriculum: 162 pages of ready-to-use writing lessons that guide children through the complete writing process for personal narrative, fictional narrative, informational, and opinion writing.
✔️ 3-Step Routine for Every Lesson: (1) Teach the writing skill with a kid-friendly visual; (2) Model the skill with a writing sample; (3) Apply the skill with a writing activity.
✔️ Instant PDF Download, Everything Included: 46 complete writing lessons with engaging visuals, writing samples, graphic organizers, and rubrics, all ready to print and use.
Add your grade level to cart:
GRADES 1-2
GRADES 3-5
GRADES 1-5 ($25)
offer 2
Homeschool Grammar Curriculum
$30 $15
✔️ Full-Year Homeschool Grammar Curriculum: 96 pages of ready-to-use grammar lessons that teach 30 essential grammar skills in the context of real writing. Covers everything your child needs for a strong grammar foundation.
✔️ 3-Step Routine for Every Skill: (1) Teach the grammar skill with a visual; (2) Practice the skill with a sentence writing activity; (3) Assess understanding of the skill with a short writing task.
✔️ Instant PDF Download, Everything Included: 90 lessons ready to print and use, covering 30 essential grammar skills. Just 10 minutes a day, no prep required.
Add your grade level to cart:
GRADES 1-2
GRADES 3-5
GRADES 1-5 ($25)
offer 3
BEST VALUE: Grammar & Writing
$50 $25
✔️ Offer 1: Full-Year Homeschool Writing Curriculum
✔️ Offer 2: Full-Year Homeschool Grammar Curriculum
✔️ A Complete, All-in-One Language Arts Plan: Everything you need for both writing and grammar in one place.
✔️ 258 Pages of Ready-to-Use Lessons: Just print it out, and start teaching. No prep, no planning.
✔️ Research-Based and Classroom-Tested: Feel confident knowing every lesson is built on what actually works.
✔️ Instant PDF Download, Everything Included
Add your grade level to cart:
GRADES 1-2
GRADES 3-5
GRADES 1-5 ($45)
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meet jen goasdone
Jen Goasdone is a certified elementary teacher and the founder of ELA Skill Builder. She's spent over a decade helping students grow as writers and knows how hard it can be to teach writing without a clear plan. She created these curriculums because she wanted to give homeschool families something that is simple, effective, and easy to use from day one. Thousands of teachers and parents have used her resources in their homes and classrooms, and the results speak for themselves.
