The Latin Road to English Grammar

Foreign_languageGrades 5–12

About This Curriculum

A comprehensive three-year curriculum that simultaneously teaches Latin language and advanced English grammar through coordinated instruction and translation exercises.

What makes it unique: Fully integrates intermediate/advanced English grammar within Latin study, allowing students to earn both high school foreign language and English grammar credits

The Latin Road to English Grammar: Dual-Subject Classical Approach

The Latin Road to English Grammar is a three-year curriculum that simultaneously teaches Latin language and English grammar through coordinated instruction, using a notebook-based methodology where students compile their own reference materials. The program is designed for parent-led instruction and progresses through Latin fundamentals equivalent to about two years of standard Latin courses.

Best for

Homeschooling families with students grades 5-12 who want a systematic, grammar-focused approach to Latin while strengthening English grammar skills, particularly suited for parents willing to learn alongside their children

Evaluation Criteria

3 strengths · 3 concerns · 1 neutral

Explicit GrammarStrength

The curriculum excels at explicit grammar instruction, systematically teaching both Latin and English grammar structures in coordination.

Reviews highlight comprehensive coverage of syntax, cases, declensions, conjugations, parts of speech, and grammar tables with 'shotgun pace' introduction of concepts and systematic progression through all Latin grammar fundamentals

Teacher TrainingStrength

The curriculum provides excellent teacher support with comprehensive training materials for parents without Latin background.

Reviews highlight 'Teacher Training DVD set that provides step-by-step guidance,' detailed teacher binders with lesson plans, and design allowing 'those without Latin background can teach this course'

Direct InstructionStrength

The curriculum strongly facilitates direct instruction with detailed teacher guidance and structured lesson plans.

Reviews emphasize 'high-quality teacher support,' 'Teacher Training DVD set,' daily lesson plans, teaching directions, and systematic presentation requiring parent-led instruction

Cultural KnowledgeConcern

The curriculum provides limited cultural context, focusing on language mechanics rather than Roman culture and civilization.

One review specifically notes 'it doesn't address history and Roman culture as extensively as some competitors' despite including some readings from Roman times

Comprehensible InputConcern

The curriculum provides limited comprehensible input, focusing primarily on translation exercises and grammar forms rather than meaningful Latin communication.

Reviews mention readings like The Lord's Prayer and 'O Come All Ye Faithful' in Latin, but emphasize grammar tables, declensions, and translation work rather than extensive comprehensible text

Speaking Listening BalanceConcern

The curriculum heavily emphasizes reading and writing skills with minimal attention to speaking and listening development.

Reviews mention pronunciation CDs for correct Latin pronunciation but focus primarily on translation exercises, written work, and grammar study rather than conversational skills

Retrieval PracticeNeutral

The curriculum incorporates some retrieval practice through flashcards and cumulative notebook compilation, though systematic spaced review is not explicitly emphasized.

Reviews mention color-coded flashcards 'great for drilling declension and conjugation endings as well as vocabulary' and students building cumulative notebooks, but don't highlight systematic spaced repetition

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Key Facts

GradesGrades 5–12

SubjectForeign_language

PedagogyTraditional

Faith-BasedChristian (includes Biblical readings and content)

FormatDigital + Physical

PricingComplete sets: Vol. I - $269, Vol. II - $269, Vol. III - $199; Student packages for additional students: Vol. I - $59, Vol. II - $59, Vol. III - $69; Bridge to Latin complete set - $159; Online courses also available

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