Learning Latin Through Mythology

Jayne Hanlin, Beverly Lichtenstein

ISBN 10: 0521397790 / ISBN 13: 9780521397797

Published by CAMBRIDGE, 1991

Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | This book uses mythology to capture the interest and imagination of primary and preparatory school pupils so they will want to know more about Latin and the classical world. The book retells well-known myths, first in English, then in simpler Latin with guiding illustrations, followed by exercises and activities suited to this age level. Seller Inventory # 2403899/2

Synopsis:

Learning Latin Through Mythology uses mythology to capture the interest and imagination of primary or prepatory school pupils so that they will want to know more about Latin and the classical world.The book consists of thirteen units, each including a short English version of a myth, an illustrated Latin version with vocabulary explanations, a related Latin grammar activity, plus related writing and open-ended projects. It captures students' interest in Latin through the myths, motivating them to translate the Latin and complete the other activities.

Synopsis: Learning Latin Through Mythology is a highly illustrated workbook to introduce elementary students to Latin using simplified versions of the popular myths of ancient Greece and Rome. The book consists of thirteen units, each including a short English version of a myth, an illustrated Latin version with vocabulary explanations, a related Latin grammar activity, plus related writing and open-ended projects. Innovative review exercises enhance the thirteen units. It captures students' interest in Latin through the myths, motivating them to translate the Latin and complete the other activities. References to mythology are commonplace in advertising, the media and the theatre, and so it is essential that students understand the allusions to mythological characters. The lively and unique approach to learning Latin demonstrated by this workbook makes Learning Latin Through Mythology an interesting and useful introduction to simple Latin.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Learning Latin Through Mythology
Publisher: CAMBRIDGE
Publication Date: 1991
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Sehr gut