For ages 11–12: can be adapted for older readers. The themes of the novels are a bit more mature. Works better adapting up than down.
The Arrow creates a love of reading and writing through literature!
Our year-long program is delivered in nine month-long lesson plans, released monthly.
Each handbook is based on a novel and immerses your child in the world of:
- stories
- literary devices
- grammar
- punctuation
- and book club parties
Find out why the Arrow has been the most popular writing program in Brave Writer history!
It's possible to learn grammar and literary devices naturally, in conversation, through playful activities. We show you how!
Our program uses the time-tested practices of copywork and dictation as the key tools to learn punctuation, spelling, and grammar naturally in context. We teach you four methods for applying those practices to literature and writing.
Each handbook contains:
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Notes to go with a selected read aloud (book not provided)
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Four passages taken from the novel for copywork and dictation, one per week
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Easy-to-follow instructions to teach writing elements found in the passages
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Playful and effective grammar and punctuation activities that kids love
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A simple, delightful writing exercise to apply lessons
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Nine comprehension questions
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Book club party ideas
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Copywork passages on separate printable pages
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Four-color design that looks gorgeous on tablets or printed at home
The Arrow program comes with Guidelines to help you implement copywork and dictation practices, as well as a planning tool and a writing skills tracker to help you stay attuned to your child's progress.
Start any time. Enjoy the published Arrows in any order. You will receive all nine by April 2025.
2024-2025 book list:
Swap one! This year, when you purchase the year-long program, you can swap one handbook in the program for a handbook in the Literature Singles collection. Find the swap form in your account after purchase.
Delivery: The Arrow is delivered to your Brave Writer online account once per month on the 15th. Each handbook (40-50 pages) is a non-consumable PDF and can be used with multiple children—no need to purchase additional copies.
Want a print copy? Go to the front of the line at the Homeschool Printing Company with a special Brave Writer offer. Order here.
Note: The Arrow is one part of the Middle School Writers Bundle. Get all three components of the Brave Writer program in one bundle.
All products are digital and downloadable. All sales are FINAL. No refunds.
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