writing program for 5th grade

[Tammy in ND]

We are using mfw ecc this year. I know they recommend using writing strands, but I am not really interested in that program. I was previously looking at using CW, I think Aesop. I'm just unsure of how teacher, or even student intense this program is. My boys' were in private school last year and did virtually NO writing-very disappointing! I would like to catch up and move forward. Any suggestions would be more than welcome.:) Thank you!

[Free Indeed]

Have you looked at Jump In form Apologia? I am using it with my 6th grader this year. If that is not what you are looking for maybe this website will help:

http://www.design-your-homeschool.com/teaching-writing-skills.html

[homeschool2boys]

We use IEW, its the best IMHO.