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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Latin Alive! Book 2 Student Edition (revised
in 2025) continues to provide clear and incremental Latin instruction for
middle school students, bridging into high school. In year 2, students get some
Roman history and literature with their language instruction. The revision
retains core material from the original text, grammar and reading lessons. Old
and new editions are not compatible.
This Student Edition is consumable with instruction
and practice exercises. Students begin with a review of the grammar and
vocabulary from year 1 (revised). This book is not reproducible, so each
student must have one.
The Teacher
Edition is essential for the course. Weekly video lessons and a convenient
bundle will be available soon! 284 pgs, pb. ~Sara
Publisher's Description of Latin Alive! Book 2 Student Edition (Revised)
As the second text in a 3-year series, Latin Alive! Book 2 (LA2) continues the clear, relevant, and incremental Latin instruction begun in Latin Alive! Book 1 (LA1). LA2 features Latin readings from the time of the Roman Empire, thus integrating the study of Roman history, literature, and civilization with students’ language studies. This revised edition emphasizes an approach to language learning that draws from a variety of pedagogical tools taken from the best of the traditional focus on grammar as well as from the immersion method. In LA2, students will: Review grammar introduced in LA1 and learn new grammar concepts throughout 20 chapters Add to their repertoire of Latin pronouns, adjectives, and adverbs, including comparative expressions Be introduced to the passive voice in all tenses; past, present, and future participles; and dependent clauses with the indicative Encounter a truly multidisciplinary approach to language through a wide range of exercise types, from morphology to fill-in-the-blank and from translation to speaking Discover the influence of Latin language and literature worldwide as they engage with national mottoes from around the world Read adapted selections from great Roman authors, such as Cicero, Vergil, Ovid, Suetonius, Tacitus, Pliny the Elder, Pliny the Younger, and more Enrich their knowledge of Roman civilization through articles by Dr. Karl Galinsky of the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Christopher Schlect of New Saint Andrews College, and Dr. Tim Moore of Washington University Continue building translation skills by reading adaptations from Latin literature that will help prepare them for academic opportunities such as the National Latin Exam, the Universal Latin Exam, and a Latin Advanced Placement class
Engaging and rigorous, the Latin Alive! course teaches Latin
incrementally while demonstrating the relevance of Latin today. It is a user-friendly program, even for those with no prior background in Latin. The course draws upon the successful Wheelock's Latin methodology, a systematic parts-to-whole approach. Latin Alive! prepares students for the National Latin and AP Latin exams.
Product components are as follows:
The Student Text
contains complete instruction, exercises, and readings to translate
The Teacher
Edition has student pages with answers, teaching suggestions, reproducible
unit tests (with answers) and worksheets, and translations
Audio &
Video (via Streaming or DVD/CD) gives methodical instruction for each
lesson and unit readings, growing a student’s confidence in the ability to
speak and translate Latin well
The Latin Alive Reader (for grades 10+)
provides readings of various length and complexity from several literary
genres. Grammatical notes, comprehension questions and writing prompts are
included
The Reader Teacher Book includes the student text with
answers, more extensive explanations, and helps
Book 1 and Book 2 are now revised with better pacing. They are not
compatible with previous editions
