The 25 lessons in Prima Latina cover seven parts of speech,
two tenses, 125 vocabulary words, numbers 1 through 10, basic constellations,
and introductions to conjugations, declensions, and derivatives. Each lesson is
comprised of grammar skills, five vocabulary words, a practical Latin phrase,
and a line of prayer. Also included are five review lessons, tests, an
appendix, and answer key.
The consumable Student Book provides
instructional material plus exercises. Teacher Manual contains student
pages with answers filled in. The CD includes a pronunciation guide,
prayers, and songs. The DVD Set includes 3 DVDs with lesson
presentations. Pronunciation audio and Instructional Videos are
also available in digital streaming format, and these are especially helpful for parents or teachers who do not know Latin. The Copybook provides
handwriting practice in New American Cursive, complementing each lesson. To
reinforce grammar concepts taught in Prima Latina (as well as proper sentence
structure and mechanics), the Introduction to English Grammar Student
Workbook and Teacher Key may be used alongside.
This course is designed to precede the Latina Christiana program.
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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.
