Book 1 covers five conjugations of verbs and the indicative mood (active and passive); all five noun declensions; first, second, and third declension for adjectives; personal pronouns; and basic demonstratives. Most of the vocabulary word lists are review words from the Latin Primer series.
Kraken Latin 1: Latin for the Logic Years Teacher Edition (Second Edition)
Description
Students in the logic stage (grades 6-8) are no longer content just to memorize chants and vocabulary -- they are ready to master the systems that make Latin the most approachable of the classical languages, and to dive into the stories that it the most legendary.
Kraken Latin 1 contains thirty-two weeks' worth of clear teaching on all the indicative tenses, demonstratives, and personal pronouns, weekly worksheets and readings, English-to-Latin and Latin-to-English glossaries, reference charts for each lesson, fun activities, and much more. As she walks students through important grammar, Natali H. Monnette helps junior high students towards reading "real" Latin by integrating adaptations and translations from the Vulgate, Roman history, fun original stories, and classical myths.
Kraken Latin 1 was written for logic stage students, whether advancing from elementary studies or beginning Latin for the first time. For all thirty-two lessons, this Teacher Edition includes helpful notes on grammar and vocabulary, worksheet answer keys, weekly quizzes, unit tests, a full glossary, and other sources, helps, and advice for teaching Latin to junior high students. Face the beast. Learn its grammatical wiles. Master the kraken.
Kraken Latin from Classical Academic Press is a well-organized, classical Christian Latin program designed for middle school and high school students. It can serve as a continuation after a grammar-stage Latin series (such as Latin Primer) or function as a strong standalone starting point for Latin studies.
This robust program emphasizes understanding the structure and relationships within the language while incorporating meaningful memorization, engaging stories, and a rich Christian perspective.
Key Curriculum Features:
- 32 lessons divided into four units (8 weeks per unit with review and unit test every eighth week)
- Each weekly lesson includes vocabulary (20–25 words), chants, grammar exercises, translation practice, and quizzes
- Translation work features fun, original stories involving pirates, kings, adventurers, and more
- Cumulative passage memorization from significant Latin Christian texts (Pater Noster, Magnificat, Nicene Creed, Psalm 23, etc.)
- Strong focus on grammar, derivatives, and language relationships
- Classical pronunciation
Program Components:
- Student Book: Consumable worktext with word lists, chants, memorization passages, worksheets, translations, and tests
- Teacher Edition: Detailed teaching notes, unit goals, grammar review, answer key, and derivatives information
- Appendices in both books: Chant charts, glossaries, grammar index, and sources
Important Notes:
- Latin 1: Covers five verb conjugations, indicative mood, all noun declensions, adjectives, pronouns, and demonstratives.
- Latin 2: Reviews and expands grammar with more complex concepts and prepares students for translating unadapted Latin.
- Latin 3: Focuses on advanced grammar and reading adaptations from the Vulgate, Roman history, and classical myths.
- Most vocabulary in Latin 1 reviews words from the Latin Primer series.
Kraken Latin stands out as a challenging yet user-friendly program that helps students truly understand and enjoy Latin. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking a thoughtful, classical Christian approach to Latin.
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| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 6-8 |
| Brand: | Canon Press |
| ISBN: | 9781947644496 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.625 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 1.125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 2.9 |
