Pdf minimus secundus teacher s resource book download. This elementary latin course for 710 year olds combines a basic introduction to the latin language with material on the history and culture of roman. Both books, along with teachers resource books and audiocassettes, are. Wouldnt it all be quite selfexplanatory at this stage. This teacher s resource book provides full support for nonspecialist teachers, including worksheets on various aspects of roman life. Finally, there is a minimus website that offers even more class ideas. Anyone approaching this book with no latin knowledge whatsoever will struggle with how to actually say the words they read. Minimus and minimus secundus students books minimus the mouse and his roman family present a unique and lively introduction to the latin language and roman culture, for students in grades 25.
The pupils book minimus secundus moving on in latin. Teachers book provides support, particularly for nonclassicists. Im about to order the minimus starting latin pupil book and cassette but im wondering if i really need to order the teachers book to. This teachers resource book provides full support for nonspecialist teachers, including worksheets on various aspects of roman life, suggested. Students are able to progress from minimus to higher foreign language easily. Starting out in latin by barbara bell 1999, spiral, teachers edition of textbook at the. So once youve got your oulton and your kennedy by your side.
Minimus website created and maintained by helen forte, illustrator of the minimus books. If you wish to send an order form or cheque through the post the address is nick bell, minimus et cetera, 82 swiss drive, ashton, bristol, bs3 2rw. That said the resource book is essential for instructors who do not know latin, but also very useful for those who do. Pdf minimus minimus secundus teacher s resource book moving. Minimus is a unique latin course for younger children. Highly illustrated, the book contains a mixture of stories and myths. Barbara bell books list of books by author barbara bell. Get free shipping on minimus teacher s resource book by barbara bell, from.
The teacher s guide includes the english translations of the cartoon stories, background information on the story and roman subjects of the story, answers or teaching helps for the grammar section, latin root exercises answers, and suggested crosscurricular extension activities. Im just teaching my own dd not a group so not sure if i need all the worksheets too. Parents already somewhat fluent in latin could probably work from the student book alone, but most parents will want the teacher s resource book. The book that made latin cool education the guardian. Minimus secundus pupils book, moving on in latin be minimus secundus is the sequel to the unique and successful primary latin book, minimus. The teaching and learning of latin and greek is not, however, confined to the classroom. Choose from 500 different sets of latin vocabulary chapter 2 minimus flashcards on quizlet. Join in the fun with minimus secundus a mix of myths, stories, grammar support and historical background. Starting out in latin by barbara bell, 9780521659611, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Its based on a real family who lived at vindolanda in 100ad.
Starting out in latin is recommended for ages 7 to 10 while minimus secundus is recommended for ages 10 to. This teacher s resource book provides full support for nonspecialist teachers, including worksheets on various aspects of roman life, suggested practical activities and translations of the latin passages. It may be asked, what is the point of teaching a dead language to our children in 20. This teacher s resource book provides full support for nonspecialist teachers, including worksheets on various aspects of roman life, suggested. Reviews of the minimus secundus teachers resource book. Parents without a latin background, might want to obtain the teacher s book, which contains all the answers to the student book as well as reproducible masters for additional activities, suggestions for learning games and activities, and even a roman recipe. Highly illustrated, the book contains a mixture of stories and myths, grammar explanations and exercises, and background cultural information. There is also a page of vocabulary help at the back of each book. Includes tips, english translations of latin passages, and additional background information, plus photocopiable worksheets. Join in the fun with minimus a mix of myths, stories. I still havent been able to wade through it all to find the best for elementary or introductory students, but it contains a forum where we can get a better idea of whats bestsuited for elementary students. Minimus latin book 1 chapter 1 vocabulary learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. Teachers resource book provides full support for nonspecialist teachers, including worksheets on various aspects of roman.
Starting out in latin by barbara currier bell, helen forte illustrator online at alibris. Join in the fun with minimus a mix of myths, stories, grammar support and historical background. The vocabulary and grammar in the first course might be too much for some sevenyear olds, so check it out before buying. Starting out in latin cambridge latin texts, and more on. Description of the book minimus teachers resource book. See all books authored by barbara bell, including minimus pupils book.
Lewis 1891 an elementary latin dictionary, new york. I studied latin in college and have taught it for many years. The minimus books are a series of school textbooks, written by barbara bell, illustrated by dr. Additional activities from the teacher s resource book are optional but worthwhile. This teachers resource book provides full support for nonspecialist teachers, including worksheets on various aspects of roman life, suggested practical activities and. Neil mcgregor, director of the british museum minimus flies off the vindolanda museum bookshelves, as devotees indulge in the joyous adventures of this endearing latin mouse.
The courses should be easy for homeschooling parents to use, even for those without a latin background. This teachers resource book provides full support for nonspecialist teachers, including worksheets on various aspects of. Audiocasssette accompanies the minimus pupils book and provides guidance on pronunciation along with recordings of the latin phrases in. A lively introduction to latin for children aged 7 and over. Catherines latin teaching is supported by the hugely successful minimus mouse books minimus and minimus secundus written by barbara bell and beautifully illustrated by helen forte the minimus stories revolve around a latin mouse and his family, and are based on a real roman family who lived at vindolanda, a roman fort near hadrians wall, at the beginning of the 2nd. In this text book minimus is a small mouse who guides the reader through the basics of the latin language. What books should you read if you want to learn latin. Lets get cracking with the books youve chosen about learning latin. Minimus takes this enthralling material and uses it well, bringing latin and roman britain to life for its readers. Starting out in latin by bell, barbara and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Get free shipping on minimus teachers resource book by barbara bell, from.
Description of the book minimus secundus teacher s resource book. Providing over 180 free textbook pdf downloads, textkit is a free resource for learning greek and latin. In fact, more than half of the book deals with cultural issues, including stories from greek and roman mythology, though this does illuminate the language. Lewis and charles short 1879 a latin dictionary, oxford. Minimus pupils book this elementary latin course for 710 year olds combines a basic introduction to the latin language with material on the history and culture of roman britain. Learn latin vocabulary chapter 2 minimus with free interactive flashcards. A copy of the pupils book minimus starting out in latin for each pupil. Minimusculus i s our brand new book for little learners 37. The books espouse some of the principles of the direct method of language teaching, and are named after the mouse minimus latin for smallest, and also a pun on mus latin for mouse who is known as the mouse that made latin cool. But there was an article in the corriere della sera in italy last summer saying that minimus had done for latin teaching what harry potter has done for childrens. Minimus mirrors the approach of the cambridge latin series in combining latin vocabulary and grammar with roman culture and a cast of latinspeaking roman and roman british characters.
It features minimus, vibrissa and rufus, and teaches children about life at vindolanda, with a tiny bit of latin thrown in. The heart of the instruction is in the student book but the teacher edition is very beneficial. This pupils book is a lively, colourful introduction to the latin language and the culture of roman britain. The best books on learning latin five books expert. Flavius, the fort commander, his wife lepidina, their three children, assorted household slaves, their cat vibrissa and minimus the mouse. Starting out in latin teacher cambridge university. A fun way to teach english grammar, it is ideal for crosscurricular activities. Starting out in latin cambridge latin texts, and minimus teachers resource book. This teachers resource book contains english translations of the latin passages from minimus secundus.
Join in the fun with minimus secundus a mix of myths. This elementary latin course for 710 year olds combines a. Teach latin latin resources cambridge university press. In all 3 sets of books there are coloured front covers, black and white line drawings and one or two sentences of latin on each page. Pdf minimus minimus secundus teacher s resource book. These were written in response to requests from teachers.
The teacher workbook provides additional simple reinforcement activities that we can use in class, and if you know the most basic latin, it is easy to prepare for class each week. For each course there are a nonconsumable, fullcolor student book, a teacher s resource book, and an audio cd. Minimus latin do i really need the teachers book too. Continuing the precedent set by minimus, minimus secundus combines the comprehensive teaching of latin vocabulary and grammar with a fascinating look at the culture of roman britain. Starting out in latin 9780521659611 by bell, barbara and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. However, the learning of latin can be seen as a bridge into learning about ancient history, classic mythology and fables. For those who complete the first minimus book, the course continues thus. Minimus pupils book starting out in latin barbara bell author helen forte illustrator in this text book minimus is a small mouse who guides the reader through the basics of the latin language. We have new and used copies available, in 0 edition starting at. Like all cartoons, theres only one or two sentences in each speech bubble. The teachers resource book also has 35 reproducible activity pages that stretch lessons across the curriculum. Highly illustrated, the book contains a mixture of stories and myths, grammar explanations. Moving on in latin is published by cambridge university press.
Asterix gallus, the latin version, has good, easy latin and, particularly if youve read asterix the gaul in english first, its a really good way of learning your first proper latin sentences. The primary latin project is a registered charity, no. Harry mount and katie walker recommend the best books for learning latinthe language of a small, central italian tribe that managed to conquer most of europe. Article by one of minimus greatest supporters in the us describing her activities with the course a little story about rufus, from a homeschool teacher in the usa.
Some of the asterix books have been translated into latin, so next time i. Starting out in latin to date regarding the book weve got minimus teachers resource book. The teachers guide includes the english translations of the cartoon stories, background information on the story and roman subjects of the story, answers or teaching helps for the grammar section, latin root exercises answers, and suggested crosscurricular extension activities. Moving on in latin, photocopiable worksheets and full teaching notes to support the nonspecialist teacher. Pdf minimus minimus pupil s book starting out in latin. Minimus secundus teacher s resource book book summary.
Starting out in latin is a unique course for 710 year olds, providing a lively. Minimus mirrors the approach of the cambridge latin series in combining latin vocabulary and grammar with roman culture and a cast of latin speaking roman and roman british characters. Im about to order the minimus starting latin pupil book and cassette but im wondering if i really need to order the teacher s book too. Starting out in latin jolly phonics pupil book 1 in print letters pupil books print minimus audio cd minimus secundus audio cd thirtyeight latin stories designed to accompany wheelocks latin latin edition a caesar reader.