Learn to Write the Novel Way

The curriculum includes direct instruction with a clear three-part lesson structure and parent guidance.

Each lesson has 'three sections' including working 'with your child on the new concept being taught' followed by practice and application

The curriculum provides structured writing instruction through a systematic 13-step novel-writing process.

The review describes 'thirteen manageable steps' with instruction, practice exercises, and application to the student's novel project

The curriculum does not appear to systematically build domain knowledge across subject areas.

The review describes it as covering 'grammar and proper word usage' with novel writing as the vehicle, but mentions no content knowledge building

The curriculum includes a teacher's guide with answer keys but limited professional development support.

The review mentions 'a teacher's guide with answer keys' and notes that 'the more time you can devote to coaching your child's writing, the more he will benefit'

This curriculum does not include phonics instruction, as it is designed for grades 5-12.

The review states it 'can be counted as a full year of English for grades 5-12' and suggests younger students 'might wish to continue a separate spelling program'

Text complexity cannot be assessed as the curriculum appears focused on writing rather than reading.

The review makes no mention of reading materials or text complexity levels

The curriculum lacks clear evidence of retrieval practice or spaced review mechanisms.

While students apply concepts to their ongoing novel, the review mentions no quizzes, recall exercises, or systematic review

The curriculum addresses proper word usage but lacks clear systematic vocabulary instruction.

The review mentions the program covers 'proper word usage' but provides no details about explicit vocabulary building strategies

The curriculum appears to focus on writing rather than reading instruction, with no clear indication of reading whole books or excerpts.

The review describes it as using 'writing a novel as the context for applying all writing skills' but makes no mention of reading components