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We have been using LC I since July and are halfway through but we just can't do it anymore. My dd's will not watch the DVDs and there is just not enough explanation in the TM for me. My dc memorize all of the vocab and declension, etc. but because there isn't enough use of these, they don't retain what they memorize. These are the things I would like to find in a program:

 

* Teachable for someone who has no Latin experience. No DVD lectures.

* Thorough explanation of grammar.

* Something that has more practice in using what they are learning instead of just memorization.

* A program that can be done at least somewhat alone by the students.

* Fairly inexpensive. Not more than $100.

 

If you recommend something could you expound on what you like best about it? TIA

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Lively Latin?

 

I use with my son. I like it because it is secular, has fun history included (we dont NEED to do it but he loves it), he has great retention, short but effective exercises, he can do it by himself.

 

I am sure there are more/better reasons but I drove 6 hours today and I am sort of brain dead. I am sorry.

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Sounds like Latin Prep to me. You would need the text book and answer book, plus the workbooks and their answer book if you want extra practice. There are samples here. You can get it in the US from horriblebooks.com or (with free shipping) from bookdepository.co.uk.

 

Here's a review I wrote previously:

 

The explanations are very clear, the progression is logical, and there is a lot of great translation practice (Latin to English and English to Latin). The vocabulary is limited - the focus is on the grammar.

 

The course is secular, and is laced with quirky translation passages (mostly based on mythology/history) and amusing cartoons. The author has twenty years of experience teaching Latin to this age group; the tone is droll and age appropriate.

 

The basic course is the text book and answer book - one of each per year. There are also optional workbooks if you feel the need of extra practice.

 

Laura

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You know where I'm going, don't you? :D Schola Publications

 

We've benefited from the Latin Road to English Grammar. It comes with student text, teacher manual (including all student materials), pronunciation CD and a teacher DVD option (really just going through the instructions in the text, Not necessary at all). Initially, I was learning and teaching, but since time is not on my side, I use the DVDs now, happily . We watch them together one day a week and the dc work throughout the next 9 days solo, asking if they need help. The program includes daily lesson plans, which of course, you can take or leave. Tis can be started as early as 5th grade, but I'd encourage your dc to be in the Logic Stage before beginning this scribe heavy program. We spend 10 min. daily drilling flashcards together and if they need further practice, we also use Quizlet (a free online flashcard + game resource).

 

*The program assumes a strong English grammar understanding.* If you don't get English grammar just yet, then try the Bridge to the Latin Road, first...it'll help ;)

 

The nuts and bolts are:

1.Copywork to create a notebook from which your dc could actually teach Latin. There is a lot of scribing.

 

2. Translation and sentence marking, both Eng. to Lat. and vice versa, via textbook (not a textbook style textbook, though)

 

3. Vocabulary building, including a CD with pronunciation (student text).

 

4. Read aloud to practice pronunciation, also on the CD (student text).

 

5. Worksheet that serves as a chapter review.

 

6. Test every 2 chapters.

 

I admit it's not exciting and the children don't rave about how much they love Latin, but it is very effective and although it is a lot of work (well beyond just memorizing), my children (grades 7-9) retained level 1 with high marks. We're in Ch. 3 of Level 2 now. By the time the 3-year program is finished, they will have earned 2-years of high school Latin credit. Once again, Barbara Beers does a remarkable job of clear, concise education in Language Arts.

 

I am an affiliate for her programs after using them successsfully for several years (The Phonics Road and The Latin Road). Click on "Phonics Road Affiliate" in my siggy if you'd like to look at the website. There are great samples and videos.

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I think you should seriously consider The Great Latin Adventure, cuz it's really, really good stuff....and cuz I have a set for sell! :lol::lol:

 

(In all seriousness, after using several Latin programs over the years LL, LC, LRTEG, and the Great Latin Adventure...I really did like Great Adventure best. I just flaked out spending way to much time on TOG and we never got it done. My ds wanted to study Spanish instead anyhow)

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