TMarie Posted March 21, 2008 Share Posted March 21, 2008 What latin would you recommend for 5th & 7th graders with virtually no Latin background ? I've been putting off this post, because I don't even know enough to ask the right questions. :001_unsure: But... the time has come. Can someone help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted March 21, 2008 Share Posted March 21, 2008 What latin would you recommend for 5th & 7th graders with virtually no Latin background ? I've been putting off this post, because I don't even know enough to ask the right questions. :001_unsure: But... the time has come. Can someone help? The explanations are very clear, the progression is logical, and there is a lot of great translation practice. The course is secular, and is laced with quirky translation passages and amusing cartoons. The author has twenty years of experience teaching Latin to this age group, and 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. You can see samples here: http://www.galorepark.co.uk/product/home_schoolers/127/latin-prep-book-1.html The books are available in the US from http://www.horriblebooks.com (Ray may have some on hand - otherwise he orders periodically in batches) or direct from the UK with free shipping from http://www.bookdepository.co.uk. I've used BD several times; service has always been excellent and very swift. I have no financial connection with Galore Park - I'm just an enthusiast for many of their products. Best wishes Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted March 21, 2008 Share Posted March 21, 2008 I've been using Getting Started With Latn with my 6th grader this year. It is a gentle introduction to Latin. It introduces one word or concept per lesson. It has been perfect for my son (and me as I never had Latin either!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted March 21, 2008 Share Posted March 21, 2008 I'm another Latin Prep fan. I never learn Latin in school, took Spanish, and all I can say is I wish I had. LP is challenging but not confusing, and I'm learning right along with my dd12. We actually look forward to our LP lesson each day. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMarie Posted March 22, 2008 Author Share Posted March 22, 2008 Thanks so much for the responses! I was surprised to not see mention of Latina Christiana. Hmm.... Latin Prep sounds like a good fit for my 7th grader. Would it be difficult for a 5th grader? How teacher intense is this program? (I have no experience with latin and have proved to not have a gift with foreign languages. :rolleyes:) I won't have a lot of time to invest in studying the materials. Can I implement Latin Prep without... well... prep? Getting Started with Latin has stellar reviews on Amazon, but I wonder if it is too light for 7th grader? Also, if I can ask one more question, how would you compare these to a DVD-based program? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori in MS Posted March 22, 2008 Share Posted March 22, 2008 I am doing Latina Christiana 1 with my 5th and 4th graders. They enjoy it and I do too. We are using the DVDs. It's very easy to implement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted March 22, 2008 Share Posted March 22, 2008 I'm another huge fan of Latin Prep. It would be perfect for a 7th grader and good for a 5th grader who is a fairly solid student -- I have several younger (8-10yo) students in the Latin Prep class I'm teaching this year. If you get the textbook and workbooks (and answer keys), you will not need to do almost any "prep" to teach it, though I would certainly encourage you to work along with your kids. The textbook is clear and concise, very easy to follow, and you won't need to prepare lessons ahead of time. I think the additional workbook exercises are very helpful for cementing concepts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karenciavo Posted March 22, 2008 Share Posted March 22, 2008 I like Latin for Children. All you need are the student books and Answer key, but there are many extras, such as DVDs, cd, activity books, readers, free online drill game to help. You can download a sample at the link above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in SW WA Posted March 22, 2008 Share Posted March 22, 2008 I am doing Latina Christiana 1 with my 5th and 4th graders. They enjoy it and I do too. We are using the DVDs. It's very easy to implement. Same here -- w/ dc 10 & 12. We will do both LC 1 & 2 this school year w/ dvd's. They are excellent, imho, especially for the non-Latin mom :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixelroper Posted March 23, 2008 Share Posted March 23, 2008 Another user of LC. We are in LCII right now & using the DVD. It is a grammar approach, (I belive). Memoria Press's material is Christian, includes prayers to memorize. We love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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