“The paragraph and essay examples in the book are colored-coded in blue, green, and red to match the instructions. This really helped guide my kids through their writing.”

— Rhonda Kuchaki, Palm Springs Unified School District

eBooks available April 18, 2025

The Baran Method Workbooks

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Practice Makes Permanent

The Baran Method Workbooks are designed to work with the textbook.

The workbooks give students the focused practice they need.

The workbooks have exciting photos and artwork that add context and assist in engagement.

The workbooks have writing examples to guide students.

The workbooks have writing prompts for every assignment.

All assignments/readings are Lexile qualified for each grade level.

Practice makes permanent. Our companion practice workbooks give students the focused practice they need to become confident and successful analytical thinkers and academic writers.

Every workbook includes meaningful readings, interesting writing prompts, and appealing visuals. Each workbook is created to enhance the learning experience for every student. What makes our companion workbooks unique is the exceptional content they offer. Each workbook features a curated collection of readings, carefully chosen to showcase different genres and writing styles. Students will explore classic fiction, gain insights from non-fiction articles, appreciate the artistry of poetry, and engage with opinion-based and argumentative writing prompts.

To enhance the reading experience, our workbooks are filled with high-interest photos and artwork. These carefully selected visuals are designed to spark imagination, inspire reflection, and foster an immersive learning environment. As students engage with the workbook, they’ll be drawn into the dynamic connection between words and images, enriching their overall reading and writing journey.

While our companion workbooks provide high-quality reading content, the primary focus is on developing writing skills. Each reading is paired with a carefully crafted writing prompt that encourages students to analyze, evaluate, and respond critically to the text. These prompts challenge students to express their ideas, build arguments, and practice various writing styles, strengthening both their analytical thinking and writing abilities.

Harness the power of words, spark your student’s imagination, and unlock their full potential with our companion workbooks.