Welcome! My name is Julia. My students call me Mrs. Raudenbush, or Mrs. R for short. I am the writing instructor, coach, and chief encourager at The Unique Writer.

I teach writing and literature courses for homeschoolers both individually and in small groups. For the past 20 years we have gathered in homes, around the table, like good friends working together to build individual and community skills. As busy schedules require more flexibility than ever, I am offering my courses and workshops online. Many parents are daunted by the task of teaching and correcting their children's writing. This is where The Unique Writer comes in.

I'll do the teaching. You facilitate the process. Or do the laundry, teach your other children, make dinner, and sip that coffee you've been trying to finish since breakfast. Homeschooling is hard work. I'm here to help.

Your child has a voice. Let me help her find it. Reluctant writers, struggling learners, and even writing haters are most welcome. In fact, they're my specialty. Natural writers, confident writers, and prolific writers will also thrive here. We will hone the craft, support the process, and encourage growth. Writing is a life-long process of becoming. I'll be here for a little while to help you along the way.

My creds: State-certified teacher PreK - 8th grade; BA, English literature; psychology minor

Some stuff about me: former 4th grade teacher, contributing writer to the parenting book Cultivating Responsibility: Parenting Wisdom for Ages 9-12, homeschool workshop presenter, curriculum consultant, sometimes-blogger, children's and youth ministry leader, encourager of weary parents, mom of 4, wife of 1, wandering hiker, meandering kayaker, karate green belt. Ki-yah!