✍🏻What If I Told You
That A 6-Letter Word Is The Difference Between A Struggling Student And A Success Story?
It's True.
The Word is SKILLS.
Your Problem May Come From 1 of 2 Buckets...
Bucket #1
Your child is getting straight A's, but somehow you feel like there's something missing in your child's academic arsenal.
If you reside in BUCKET #1, it's time ⏱️ to take a look at the REALITY of GRADES.
Good grades can be deceiving. If your child isn't acquiring skills in English, as the years progress, the gap widens, and then, all of a sudden, your child is going from straight A's to C's and D's. I've seen it happen time and time again.
Getting straight A's is no longer a sign of success.
It simply means that your child can sit quietly in a classroom and memorize facts and details.
Learning SKILLS is not quiet and it has nothing to do with memorization.
Learning SKILLS has to do with mastery and progress, not final grades and pass and fail.
Bucket #2
Your child has been struggling since the 4th grade, and you have no idea what to do. Teachers can't help. Tutors don't move the needle.
If you reside in BUCKET #2, it's ⏱️time to take back your evenings, your weekends, your money, your joy, and your family.
✨IMAGINE...
No more
❌late-night meltdowns,
❌blank stares, or
❌homework battles.
Just
✅confidence,
✅clarity, and
"I've got this, Mom."🙌🏻
Hi! My name is
Vannesa Martinez
Founder of Back2Basics Learning Co.
Here's a Snapshot of The Problem.
I love teaching.
But, I don't love the educational system.
I made a decision in the spring of 2024, that I was not going to be part of the problem any longer.
I saw way too many kids struggling, even the straight A kids.
My students were literally losing their minds trying to keep up with the demands of the school day. Why? Because they did not have systems in place that allowed them to have success.
They were just putting out fires all day long, and as I used to say, "chasing the bus."
It was an endless cycle of anxiety, procrastination, and excuses.
IMAGINE THIS...
It was like trying to row a boat when there were holes everywhere.
Unfortunately, when you are a teacher in the classroom, it is almost impossible to plug up the holes as you are rowing.
Imagine how hard it would be for a kid.
Let me ask you, does your child...
get overwhelmed with writing assignments and doesn't know where to start?
struggle with putting ideas into clear, complete sentences?
get poor grades, even though they know the material?
get frustrated, avoids writing, or says they "hate school"?
get told by teachers that they are smart, but their writing doesn't reflect it?
just want someone to teach them HOW to do it?
So, by the time your child reaches middle school, they're expected to write full essays, right?
But, if no one has taught them HOW to actually write, it could be a frustrating task leading to procrastination, late grades, and eventually apathy towards school.
When this happens, I will bet you a million dollars that they are just assignment-stacking in English class instead of skill-stacking.
You see, the English teacher is THE ONLY one responsible for teaching ENGLISH skills like
✅HOW TO take notes
✅HOW TO use the process of elimination
✅HOW TO write a cohesive paragraph
✅HOW TO write an essay
You get it? We are the HOW-TO teachers.
And when your child gets a teacher who says the old, "Do as I say, not as I do," you can bet they aren't teaching your child anything but how to get frustrated with absolutely no light at the end of the tunnel.
Frustration compounds, the more skills your child is missing, the more frustration sets in.
Think about trying to fix the leak in the sink with a spoon and a fork. Yup, that bad. 🥄
Here's the deal:
"I BELIEVE ALL CHILDREN HAVE THE ABILITY TO LEARN,
BUT THEY HAVE TO BE TAUGHT THE SKILLS FOR SUCCESS.
MY PROGRAMS BUILD SKILLS, INDEPENDENCE, AND CONFIDENCE - IN THAT ORDER."
The Solution
Create my own program to fill learning gaps and build confident kids one skill at a time.
I created Writing Basics the year I left the classroom, in 2024.
I was excited and eager to teach the SKILLS I knew my students were missing.
I developed a FOUNDATIONAL program that taught the skills they SHOULD HAVE LEARNED from 3rd grade all the way up to 8th grade.
Now, remember, English is a SKILLS class, not a content class.
It is MY JOB to give my students the skills for success.
My program starts with text structures. This is important because just like every house has a blueprint, so does every story, article, poem, and joke. They need to know structure to understand what they are reading and to be able to write.
I teach them how to outline, how to write a cohesive paragraph, and finally how to write a full essay.
I added the RACES strategy for FRQ's.
Everything I do is to help my students SUCCEED in school and in life.
Is Not Just Another Tutoring Program
Writing Basics is a full roadmap of writing skills that teaches your child how to plan, organize, and confidently complete ANY assignment without stress, without tears, and without needing constant help.
With zero fluff or fillers, Writing Basics delivers a complete set of high-impact, teacher-led lessons and practice activities that cover everything your child needs - from text structure to essays to text annotation.
Every step builds on the last, so your child knows exactly what to do, how to do it, and why it works - no guesswork, no confusion.
It's A Complete, On-Demand Program That Builds Writing Skills and Confidence in a Step-by Step Approach That is Easy to Understand and Yields Massive Results.
Technically, you get a foundational writing instruction that will be used again and again well into high school and throughout college because I teach SKILLS, not content, and the skills never change, so this LITERALLY LASTS A LIFETIME.
Here's the program that can take your child from
ZERO to HERO in just a few weeks...
Forget the endless, one-off tutoring sessions that only focus on tonight's homework. Writing Basics is not about putting out fires - it's about teaching your child how to light their own path forward.
This is a complete, repeatable writing system that builds real skills, not just temporary fixes. Designed for upper elementary and middle schoolers, it gives students the structure, the tools, and the confidence they need to become independent, successful writers.
You're getting more than a quick boost in grades.
You're getting a step-by-step WRITING FRAMEWORK, backed by 25 years of classroom experience, with lifetime access to video lessons, practice tools, and expert guidance - all designed to close skill gaps and create long-term academic wins.
It Is Full of How-To Lessons That MODEL The Skills For Success
Don't just keep patching together homework help...
Inside Writing Basics, your child learns a proven step-by-step system that teaches them exactly how to write with clarity, structure, and confidence - no matter the assignment.
This isn't just a course. It's a full writing framework designed to help students think critically, write clearly, and feel capable in every class. And it's all taught in easy to follow, teacher-led video lessons that meet kids right where they are.
It Comes With A Community For Engagement,
Encouragement, and Accountability
✏️This is where they submit their homework, engage with me, encourage other students, get feedback and learn to give feedback. 📒
✏️Kids learn how to cheer each other on. 🎉
✏️They learn how to be accountable for themselves. 📝
✏️They learn how to be independent and self-sufficient. 😎
✏️They build confidence when they work towards the same goals as their peers. 🎯
✏️Everyone is cheering their PROGRESS, not their perfect grades. 📈
Imagine Your Child Saying,
"I Got This."
When It's Time to Write...
Let's Break It ALL Down...
You get...
5 Full Modules (worth well over $2,000)
FREE Digital Workbook with over 400 resources and activities
Access to a printable workbook through Amazon
Lifetime Access and Future Updates (Priceless)
Free group for accountability, and homework submission and feedback.
Access to Implementation Coaching Calls
Free Digital Organizer
High-quality videos that allow for repetition and mastery of skills
Activities that engage students right after the lesson is completed
A year's worth of writing content
Skills for life, not for grades
Expert teacher modeling (25 yrs experience, Master's in Reading Education)
TOTAL VALUE: $2,997
Today Only: $297
This is not a cost, IT'S AN INVESTMENT in your child's future success and wellbeing.
💫Just a few of the transformations...
"Better reading, writing skills and executive functioning skills."
Ana S. 7th grade mom
"His writing and reading scores went up. He enjoyed the class and was very motivated to continue to read and write. My son looked forward to English class. He became
more and more confident and Mrs. Martinez encouraged him to participate fully in class activities. She was also fair in scoring the student work and her assignments were not “easy” but highly complex as well as challenging. My son struggled to begin a writing assignment in the past. Mrs. Martinez has completely changed that. I feel that Mrs. Martinez truly cares for all her students’ well being and encompasses the values that are taught in a jesuit school. especially Magis : above and beyond and Cura personalis: care of the whole
person. She was aware of his needs and fostered an environment of growth in academics, socialization and self esteem."
Tammy D. 6th grade mom
"AJ enjoyed the class & learned a lot! "
Victoria F. 7th grade mom
"Before Mrs. Martinez’s class, Luciano struggled with writing and lacked confidence in his abilities. However, by the end of the first semester with her teaching method, guidance and encouragement, I noticed a significant change in his approach towards writing.
Through her instruction and support, he began to see himself as a capable and creative writer. Her positive reinforcement and constructive criticism helped him develop writing skills and build confidence in his own voice.
I am incredibly grateful to Mrs. Martinez for instilling this newfound confidence in Luciano and helping him realize his full potential as a writer and overall student. Her guidance will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on his academic success and overall self-esteem. Thank you for empowering Luciano to embrace his writing talents and believe in himself. "
Maria V. 7th grade mom
"Mrs. Martinez genuinely demonstrates not only a true passion for her profession but genuine care for her students. She knows how much to challenge them to make them the best they can be, making them responsible for their studies while supporting them along the way. "
Sara S. 6th grade mom
"Adrian went into Mrs. Martinez’s class with little confidence. He was with her in 6th and 7th grade, and those were big growing years for him. He decided he didn’t like Mrs. Martinez’s assignments and complained often. He rebelled. But Mrs. Martinez never gave up on him and continued to guide him through those rebellious days with a firm yet supportive hand. From there, a love and great appreciation bloomed for Mrs. Martinez, for both Adrian and me. Today, he will say he owes his strengths in writing as well as greater maturity to Mrs. Martinez. "
Michelle P. 7th grade mom
"Mrs. Martinez has had a profound impact on my child's academics and overall wellbeing. Her dedication to teaching writing skills has significantly boosted my son's confidence in his abilities. Thanks to her professionalism and passion, he's now equipped with the tools to excel in writing, which will undoubtedly benefit him in the future. "
Gabriela T. 5th grade mom
"Mrs. Martinez offered such a fun learning environment for the children. She pushed Nicolas writing ability and reading comprehension skills through various tools such as annotations, vocabulary exercises, and really fun projects that helped the students learn without making it feel like work. One of my personally favorite things was how she incorporated teaching logic into her lessons. My son was very very happy in her class."
Silvia M. 6th grade mom
"She was a great teacher and really helped my son develop his writing skills. "
Lourdes Z. 4th grade mom
🥳"My son went from hating writing to help his friends with it."
Patricia A. 5th grade mom
"This course was the missing link. We finally saw grades go up, not just in ELA, but across the board."
Jenny G. 6th grade mom
"The lessons are clear, simple, and easy to follow. My daughter felt confident for the first time in years."
Maribel R. 7th grade mom
"Mrs. Martínez strengthened my son’s ability to pay attention to detail and surprisingly, teach him about the importance of perspective, which he has applied to both his learning and life environment. He is a better student because of her. "
Patricia A. 5th grade mom
"My child found a safe haven in Mrs. Martinez’s class. He was able to open up and freely. She taught him how to express himself on paper, how to really find the depth of a thought. She taught him how to read beyond the printed words. "
Alexa Y. 5th grade mom
"My child learned how to be a better student because of Mrs. Martinez. She totally transformed him. He is now doing very well in school and is completely independent and confident as a result of her amazing teaching style."
Marta G. 7th grade mom
Got Questions?
Q: What grade level is this for?
A: This course is perfect for grades 4-8, especially for kids who need help mastering basic skills. Since It's skills-based, anyone who is struggling with writing can benefit from it.
Q: Can my child go at their own pace?
A: Absolutely! This course is 100% self-guided. Watch anytime, anywhere, and as often as they need to master each skill.
Q: What if my child needs extra help?
A: I've got you covered. Inside the exclusive Facebook group, you can book a 1:1 coaching call with me (Vannesa) for personalized support. (Enrollment in Writing Basics is required for coaching.)
Q: Is this better than tutoring?
A: Absolutely because it teaches skills, not just homework help. With lifetime access to lessons, your child can rewatch, practice, and build confidence at their pace, something weekly tutoring simply can't offer.
