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What topic	Latin
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Any other preferences	use a story based module, story driven, contextual-narrative immersion to introduce grammatical structures through a process of gradual integration. Students experience enhanced learning by anchoring grammar within meaningful contexts. Vocabulary retention is enhanced through layered repetition in scaffolded reading units. These are followed by comprehension questions, grammar practice, vocabulary review and grammar spotlights.

Course Plan: Introduction to Latin

Course Introduction

Welcome to the Introduction to Latin course designed for Year 5 students! This engaging and interactive course dives into the fascinating world of Latin through stories, fun activities, and contextual immersion. Our approach centers on teaching grammatical structures embedded within meaningful narratives, allowing students to connect language concepts to their own experiences. Starting with basic vocabulary and grammatical foundations, students will progressively build their Latin skills in a supportive learning environment.

Course Goals and Aims

Goals:

• Introduce students to the fundamentals of Latin vocabulary, grammar, and syntax.
• Foster an appreciation for ancient languages and their influence on modern languages.
• Enhance critical thinking, reading comprehension, and contextual understanding through story-based learning.

Aims:

• Students will be able to recognize and apply basic Latin vocabulary in context.
• Students will develop an understanding of essential Latin grammatical structures.
• Students will improve their reading comprehension skills through narrative engagement.
• Students will retain vocabulary and grammatical concepts through layered repetition and review.

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Course Outline

Module 1: Welcome to Latin!

• Lesson 1: Introduction to Latin

  • Overview of the course
  • Importance of Latin in modern languages
  • Initial vocabulary: salve (hello), vale (goodbye)

• Lesson 2: Character Creation

  • Introduce key characters (e.g., Marcus the Roman boy, Julia the wise girl)
  • Vocabulary: familia (family), amicus (friend)
  • Reading: Introduction to Marcus and Julia's family

Module 2: The World of Romans

• Lesson 3: Daily Life in Ancient Rome

  • Explore Roman customs and daily activities
  • Vocabulary: cena (dinner), forum (marketplace)
  • Grammar spotlight: Subject-Verb Agreement

• Lesson 4: The Roman Marketplace

  • Story reading focused on a visit to the forum
  • Comprehension questions to reflect understanding
  • Vocabulary review and introduction to plurals

Module 3: Adventures of Marcus and Julia

• Lesson 5: The Adventure Begins

  • Story about Marcus and Julia discovering a treasure map
  • Vocabulary: thesaurus (treasure), via (road)
  • Grammar practice: Noun Cases (nominative, accusative)

• Lesson 6: The Journey

  • Follow Marcus and Julia on their journey
  • Comprehension exercises
  • Vocabulary enrichment through contextual clues

Module 4: Characters and Creatures

• Lesson 7: Meeting New Characters

  • Introduction of supporting characters
  • Vocabulary: canis (dog), felix (happy)
  • Grammar spotlight: Adjectives Agreement

• Lesson 8: Creatures of Rome

  • Stories about animals in Roman culture
  • Comprehension questions and grammar applications
  • Vocabulary retention through storytelling

Module 5: The Lessons of the Past

• Lesson 9: The Roman Gods

  • Dive into Roman mythology
  • Vocabulary: Deus (god), puella (girl)
  • Grammar practice: Simple Sentences

• Lesson 10: Myths and Legends

  • Comprehension of a simplified myth
  • Activities focusing on vocabulary and sentence construction

Module 6: Conclusion and Reflection

• Lesson 11: Recap of Adventures

  • Review all stories and characters learned
  • Vocabulary games and group activities

• Lesson 12: Latin in Our World

  • Discuss the relevance of Latin today
  • Final project: Create a short story using learned vocabulary and grammar
  • Course reflection and self-assessment

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References

1. Garrison, D. (2004). Latin for the New Millennium: Level 1. Peterborough, NH: Focus Publishing/R. Pullins Co.
2. Findley, M. (2015). Latin Vocabulary for English Speakers: A Complete Guide. Éditions du Cygne.
3. Fulbright, M. (2008). Learn Latin: A Complete Guide for Beginners. New York, NY: Harper Collins.
4. Rome, K. (2016). Stories of the Roman World: An Introduction to Latin. Houston, TX: Latin Learning Press.
5. Smith, J. (2012). Introduction to Latin Grammar and Vocabulary. Boston, MA: Educational Publishing.

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This course plan not only introduces students to Latin through contextual learning but also emphasizes the joy of storytelling as a powerful educational tool. By the end of this course, students will have a foundational understanding of Latin that can serve as a stepping stone to further language studies.