Memoria Press - Latina Christiana I

Latina Christiana I is a great first foray into Latin for younger students! Designed for children in grades 3-6, Cheryl Lowe's clear explanations, easy instructions, and step-by-step approach have helped teachers (even those with no background in Latin!) and students learn to love Latin. After completing this course, students will be ready to move into the Memoria Press "First Form Latin" series.

The student book includes 25 lessons and 5 review lessons; each includes a grammar form, 10 vocabulary words per lesson with corresponding English derivatives and Latin sayings. Students will learn to translate phrases, learn about grammar, complete sentences with the appropriate derivative, conjugate verbs, decline nouns, and more. An optional history component (drill questions and a history test) is designed to be used with the Famous Men of Rome reading selections (not included).

The Teacher Manual's introductory section provides an overview of pronunciation rules, grammar, student goals, and general teaching guidelines with explanations of the lesson components. The lesson plan section has reduced-size student pages with the correct answers overlaid for easy grading. The margins surrounding the student pages are filled with lesson notes, including lesson openings and semi-scripted lessons that cover Latin sayings, grammar, word study, derivatives, recitation, and review. A history guide provides maps and answers to the history questions given in the back of the student book. Quizzes and tests along with quiz/test answers are also included.

The pronunciation CD includes complete verbal pronunciations for each lesson along with prayers and songs such as the Benedic Domine (Table Blessing), Pater Noster (Lord's Prayer), Adeste Fideles, Dona Nobis Pacem

Three Instructional DVDs feature comprehensive teaching by instructor Jessica Watson, with thorough coverage of each new grammar lessons; recitation and review; vocabulary practice; explanation of derivatives; on-screen notes, illustrations & diagrams; additional examples; and more.

The flashcards are pre-cut and cover vocabulary (Latin, lesson number, and any derivative, on one side; English on the other), Latin sayings (Latin and lesson number on one side, English on the other), and grammar forms (cue word, lesson number, and form name on one side; Latin forms on the other). Note that for the lesson number on the vocabulary cards, the Latina Christiana I lesson number is listed first, followed by the Prima Latina lesson number in parentheses, e.g. "1 (PL 4)."

This Memoria Press Latina Christiana kit includes:

  • Student Book 105 pages, softcover. Grades 3-6. 4th Edition.

  • Teacher's Manual, 180 pages, softcover, spiralbound, 4th Edition.
  • Pronunciation CD, 4th Edition. 32 Tracks.
  • Instructional DVDs, 3 discs, 5.5 hours averaging 15 minutes per lesson. 4th Edition.
  • Flashcards; individual cards measure 3.5 x 2.5 inches. 4th Edition.

Latina Christiana I is a great first foray into Latin for younger students! Designed for children in grades 3-6, Cheryl Lowe's clear explanations, easy instructions, and step-by-step approach have helped teachers and students learn to love Latin.

This student book is designed to be used by a teacher using the Latina Christiana I Teacher Manual (not included and sold-separately) and cannot be used independently.

This student book includes 25 lessons and 5 review lessons; each includes a grammar form, 10 vocabulary words per lesson with corresponding English derivatives and Latin sayings. Students will learn to translate phrases, learn about grammar, complete sentences with the appropriate derivative, conjugate verbs, decline nouns, and more. An optional history component (drill questions and a history test) is designed to be used with the Famous Men of Rome reading selections (not included).

Designed for teachers with no background in Latin. After completing this course, students will be ready to move into the Memoria Press "First Form Latin" series.

105 pages, softcover. Grades 3-6. 4th Edition. Non-reproducible and consumable.

This teacher's manual is designed to be used with theLatina Christiana Student Book, 4th Edition (not-included and sold-separately).

An introductory section provides an overview of pronunciation rules, grammar, student goals, and general teaching guidelines with explanations of the lesson components. The lesson plan section has reduced-size student pages with the correct answers overlaid for easy grading. The margins surrounding the student pages are filled with lesson notes, including lesson openings and semi-scripted lessons that cover Latin sayings, grammar, word study, derivatives, recitation, and review. A history guide provides maps and answers to the history questions given in the back of the student book. Quizzes and tests along with quiz/test answers are also included. 180 pages, softcover, spiralbound.

This pronunciation CD is designed to be used with Latina Christiana I curriculum from Memoria Press. It includes complete verbal pronunciations for each lesson along with prayers and songs (for example, the Benedic Domine (Table Blessing), Pater Noster (Lord's Prayer), Adeste Fideles, Dona Nobis Pacem). 32 tracks total. Please Note: Not compatible with the first edition of Latina Christiana I.

This set of Instructional DVDs is part of the Latina Christiana, 2nd Edition program, which prepares students for First Form Latin. Three discs feature comprehensive teaching by instructor Jessica Watson, with thorough cover coverage of each new grammar lessons; recitation and review; vocabulary practice; explanation of derivatives; on-screen notes, illustrations & diagrams; additional examples; and more. 3 discs, 5.5 hours averaging 15 minutes per lesson. 2nd Edition.

This set of Latina Christiana I, 2nd Edition Review Worksheets will help students master the grammar and vocabulary they're learning in the Latina Christiana I curriculum; one to two pages of cumulative review are provided for each lesson in the curriculum. Perfect for weekly reinforcement of review material and new concepts!

This second edition has been adjusted and improved; it is NOT compatible with previous editions. 53 pages, softcover. Grades 3-6.

Answers are not included; they can be purchased separately in the Latina Christiana Review I Worksheets Key, 2nd Edition (not included).

This key accompanies the Latina Christiana 2nd Edition Review Worksheets book. Full-size student pages are reproduced with the correct answer overlaid. 59 pages, softcover.

This set of Latina Christiana desk charts is designed to be used with the 4th Edition Memoria Press curriculum. A great visual aid for students learning Latin grammar or for teachers teaching recitations, these grammar charts are written in a clean, easy-to-read format that helps students see the organization of the Latin grammar at a quick glance. 4 charts. Measures 8.5" x 11".

Latin Supplements

Latin students and wordsmiths will love this gem! Weekly exercises teach the definition and etymology of over 1,500 English derivatives, along with prefixes, suffixes, and supplemental Latin vocabulary. Makes an ideal standardized test-prep course, as students improve spelling, learn how to decipher words, and uncover their meanings---even without prior Latin instruction. 240 pages, softcover from Memoria. Grades 8 & up.

This answer key accompanies The Book of Roots. Arranged and identified by lesson and page number, the student exercises are included with the correct answer shown. 48 pages, softcover.

Integrate handwriting practice with Latin with the Latin Cursive Copybook! It beings with letters and numbers before moving on to classroom Latin, followed by sayings and hymns from Latina Christiana and First and Second Form Latin. Grades 4 & up.

Coordinated for use with Memoria Press' Latina Christiana I, Roots of English provides an introduction to roots for younger students. The lessons and Latin roots correspond with Latina Christiana I set. A root, prefix or suffix is given in a clear box with the source language and original & English meaning given. English derivates follow with context questions; most lessons have review quizzes with the occasional context quiz. An introduction explains what roots/prefixes/suffixes are with some examples. 190 pages, softcover. Answer key included.

Please Note: This product is only available for purchase by homeschools, consumers, and public institutions.