Fifth Grade Curriculum

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Never plan another lesson again, the Fifth Grade Curriculum Manual has every day already planned, just open it up and teach from the correlating books in the plan! Your lessons will revolve around the following areas of study:

• Latin
• Math
• Spelling
• Grammar
• Composition
• Classical & Christian Studies
• Geography & Science
• Literature
• Read-Alouds

Table of Contents
Sample Student Text

The First Form Latin Student Text is the textbook for our award-winning First Form Latin program.

Sample Student Workbook

The First Form Latin Student Workbook contains the exercises for the Student to complete in our First Form Latin program.

Teacher Manual Sample

The First Form Latin Teacher Manual contains the inset Student Text with answers in color and comprehensive teaching instructions.

Sample Teacher Key

The First Form Latin Teacher Key (for Workbook, Quizzes, & Tests) features inset pages from the Student Workbook and the Quizzes & Tests booklet with the answers in an easy-to-read, 2-color format. A grammar catechism and vocabulary drill sheets are also provided.

Sample Flashcards

The First Form Latin Flashcards feature the vocabulary, grammar forms, and Latin sayings from the First Form Latin program.

Sample Quiz

Written by Cheryl Lowe (author of the best-selling Latina Christiana I), First Form and its sister Latin products have been used by more than 100,000 students across the world to learn Latin! First Form’s grammar-first approach focuses on grammar forms and vocabulary because these are the skills suitable for the grammar stage student. All beginners—regardless of age—are in the grammar stage of learning. Syntax (how to use the grammar) and translation are logic and rhetoric stage skills, respectively, and quickly overwhelm the student unless introduced at a slow, gentle pace and taught for mastery. First Form is the ideal text for all beginners, grades 5 & up, or is a great follow-up to Latina Christiana I at any age. Now every school and homeschool can have a truly successful Latin program that creates Latin scholars instead of Latin drop-outs.

Based on twenty years of teaching experience, this revolutionary "grammar-first" series will be your guide as you and your students successfully climb the mountain of Latin Grammar all the way to the top! The uniqueness of the First Form Series lies in two features: (1) Commitment to the trivium model of teaching grammar systematically in order to facilitate retention and understanding, rather than topically, to facilitate translation; and (2) Extensive workbook exercises to ensure skills mastery and rapid recognition of inflected forms.

Pronunciation CD Sample (Lesson 1):

This First Form Latin Pronunciation CD includes all vocabulary and grammar forms for each lesson, as well as a pronunciation guide.

Song Book Sample

Lingua Angelica is an excellent Christian Latin reading and translation course. The CD contains 4 Latin prayers and 24 Latin hymns, beautifully sung by a six-voice a capella choir.  The Student Book provides facing vocabulary, space for interlinear translation, and grammar word study exercises.  In addition to well-written instructions on how to use the course, the Teacher Manual contains a complete copy of the Student Book with answers, making the teacher's job easier.  We have also included a song book with the musical scores and short histories for each piece.

CD Sample (Track 13: Ave Verum Corpus):

Lingua Angelica is an excellent Christian Latin reading and translation course. The CD contains 4 Latin prayers and 24 Latin hymns, beautifully sung by a six-voice a capella choir.  The Student Book provides facing vocabulary, space for interlinear translation, and grammar word study exercises.  In addition to well-written instructions on how to use the course, the Teacher Manual contains a complete copy of the Student Book with answers, making the teacher's job easier.  We have also included a song book with the musical scores and short histories for each piece.

Student Book Sample

Lingua Angelica is an excellent Christian Latin reading and translation course. The CD contains 4 Latin prayers and 24 Latin hymns, beautifully sung by a six-voice a capella choir.  The Student Book provides facing vocabulary, space for interlinear translation, and grammar word study exercises.  In addition to well-written instructions on how to use the course, the Teacher Manual contains a complete copy of the Student Book with answers, making the teacher's job easier.  We have also included a song book with the musical scores and short histories for each piece.  All 4 Latin prayers and 12 of the Latin hymns are covered in Lingua Angelica I. (The remaining 12 hymns are covered in Lingua Angelica II.)

Teacher Manual Sample

Lingua Angelica is an excellent Christian Latin reading and translation course. The CD contains 4 Latin prayers and 24 Latin hymns, beautifully sung by a six-voice a capella choir.  The Student Book provides facing vocabulary, space for interlinear translation, and grammar word study exercises.  In addition to well-written instructions on how to use the course, the Teacher Manual contains a complete copy of the Student Book with answers, making the teacher's job easier.  We have also included a song book with the musical scores and short histories for each piece.  All 4 Latin prayers and 12 of the Latin hymns are covered in Lingua Angelica I. (The remaining 12 hymns are covered in Lingua Angelica II.)

English Grammar Recitation Workbook Two Student Sample

English Grammar Recitation Workbook Two is tied specifically to the grammar taught in First Form Latin and covers 36 additional grammar rules, as well as expanding on capitalization and punctuation rules taught in Book One.

Brief exercises, including some diagramming, do accompany these grammar questions; however, the mastery of the English grammar catechism is the primary goal of this course, not its application. English Grammar Recitation also covers capitalization and punctuation through recitation. Students recite the rules and demonstrate their correct use through dictation of model sentences. It is hoped that this course can be completed in much less time than the typical English grammar course, leaving more time for composition and Latin.

Required supplement: English Grammar Recitation is unique because it is consistent with the trivium stages of learning. It emphasizes memorization of facts first as the necessary preparation for the logic-level skills of diagramming and analysis. It covers common capitalization and punctuation rules, and approximately 150 grammar facts in a logical and systematic sequence. English Grammar Recitation is a comprehensive list of all the grammar facts covered in our English Grammar Recitation program.

English Grammar Recitation Workbook Two Teacher Sample

English Grammar Recitation Workbook Two is tied specifically to the grammar taught in First Form Latin and covers 36 additional grammar rules, as well as expanding on capitalization and punctuation rules taught in Book One.

Brief exercises, including some diagramming, do accompany these grammar questions; however, the mastery of the English grammar catechism is the primary goal of this course, not its application. English Grammar Recitation also covers capitalization and punctuation through recitation. Students recite the rules and demonstrate their correct use through dictation of model sentences. It is hoped that this course can be completed in much less time than the typical English grammar course, leaving more time for composition and Latin.

Required supplement: English Grammar Recitation is unique because it is consistent with the trivium stages of learning. It emphasizes memorization of facts first as the necessary preparation for the logic-level skills of diagramming and analysis. It covers common capitalization and punctuation rules, and approximately 150 grammar facts in a logical and systematic sequence. English Grammar Recitation is a comprehensive list of all the grammar facts covered in our English Grammar Recitation program.

Heidi by Jonathan Spyri has remained a children's favorite for over a century. Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

Heidi Student Sample

Heidi by Jonathan Spyri has remained a children's favorite for over a century. Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

Heidi Teacher Sample

Heidi by Jonathan Spyri has remained a children's favorite for over a century. Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

Lassie Come-Home by Eric Knight tells the classic story of a boy, his dog, and a thrilling journey.  Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

Lassie Student Sample

Lassie Come-Home by Eric Knight tells the classic story of a boy, his dog, and a thrilling journey.  Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

Lassie Teacher Sample

Lassie Come-Home by Eric Knight tells the classic story of a boy, his dog, and a thrilling journey.  Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis is a timeless children's classic, filled with adventure, mystery and enchantment. Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe Student Sample

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis is a timeless children's classic, filled with adventure, mystery and enchantment. Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe Teacher Sample

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis is a timeless children's classic, filled with adventure, mystery and enchantment. Our Student Study Guide will aid the student in developing their Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension skills.

Famous Men of Rome Text Sample

Ideal for beginners of all ages who are fascinated by the action and drama of Rome. Inside are 30 stories, covering all of ancient Rome’s history, from its founding to its demise. Your child will witness the rise and fall of a great civilization through the lives of  larger-than-life figures.  In our new edition, we have added maps of Rome, Italy, and the Roman Empire, and a glossary of people and places.

A digital copy of this book can be bought here.

Famous Men of Rome Student Sample

This program is ideal for beginners of all ages who are fascinated by the action and drama of Rome. Inside are 30 stories, covering all of ancient Rome’s history, from its founding to its demise. Your child will witness the rise and fall of a great civilization through the lives of larger-than-life figures. In our new edition, we have added maps of Rome, Italy, and the Roman Empire, and a glossary of people and places.

We now offer a year-long workbook course that comprehensively covers Famous Men of Rome. Each of the 30 workbook lessons includes famous quotes, a drill of key people and places, 10 vocabulary words, 5-10 comprehension questions, and an activities section that includes mapwork, discussion questions, and research projects. The program also comes with an appendix of supplements, including maps of ancient Rome and Italy and modern Europe, a “Who Said That?” worksheet, a timeline beginning with the founding of Rome, drill questions, and drawing pages.

Famous Men of Rome Teacher Sample

This program is ideal for beginners of all ages who are fascinated by the action and drama of Rome. Inside are 30 stories, covering all of ancient Rome’s history, from its founding to its demise. Your child will witness the rise and fall of a great civilization through the lives of larger-than-life figures. In our new edition, we have added maps of Rome, Italy, and the Roman Empire, and a glossary of people and places.

We now offer a year-long workbook course that comprehensively covers Famous Men of Rome. Each of the 30 workbook lessons includes famous quotes, a drill of key people and places, 10 vocabulary words, 5-10 comprehension questions, and an activities section that includes mapwork, discussion questions, and research projects. The program also comes with an appendix of supplements, including maps of ancient Rome and Italy and modern Europe, a “Who Said That?” worksheet, a timeline beginning with the founding of Rome, drill questions, and drawing pages. This Teacher Guide includes quizzes and tests.

Famous Men of Rome Flashcard Sample

In addition to introducing your child to the classical stories and people of Rome, we highly recommend these flashcard supplements to improve your child's recall as he or she explains and remembers the famous events, stories, and people that have shaped history and Western civilization.  When was Rome founded? Who was Pompey? You can be sure your child will know and remember these important facts, and more, with Memoria Press' flashcards. There are sets available for each Famous Men book series, as well as D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths.

Christian Studies II Student Sample

The Rise and Fall of Israel, the Period of the Prophets

Christian Studies II is the second book in a three-year reading course that builds faith by teaching Salvation History as real history. Students work through one-third of The Golden Children’s Bible each year, for three years. Your child will learn the fundamentals of Bible stories, history, and geography, with solid detail at a manageable pace.

Christian Studies II Teacher Sample

The Rise and Fall of Israel, the Period of the Prophets

Christian Studies II is the second book in a three-year reading course that builds faith by teaching Salvation History as real history. Students work through one-third of The Golden Children’s Bible each year, for three years. Your child will learn the fundamentals of Bible stories, history, and geography, with solid detail at a manageable pace.

The Speed Drills for the the Rod & Staff Grade 5 Math Set.  Speed drills increase facility with basic arithmetic which prepares students for more complex math later. Pages are perforated.

This is the Student Book for the Rod & Staff Grade 5 Set. For information on the subjects covered, click here.

The Tests for the Rod & Staff Grade 5 Math Set are bound together in this separate book with perforated pages.

Part 1 of the Teacher's Manual for the Rod & Staff Grade 5 Math Set. The teacher's manual comes in two volumes.  Pages from the Student Book  are printed with the answers filled in. Teaching notes are also included.

Part 2 of the Teacher's Manual for the Rod & Staff Grade 5 Math Set.

Insects Student Reader Sample

This reader is compiled of classic stories written by Arabella Buckley and Julia McNair Wright in the late 1800s. It takes a charmingly narrative approach to the life of insects.

A digital copy of this book can be purchased here.

Insects Student Book Sample

The Book of Insects Student Book provides exercises for the student in which he/she will not only better grasp what is taught throughout the course, but also they will have fun doing so!

Insects Teacher Sample

This Teacher Guide provides valuable resources for the teacher, answers to the questions contained within the Student Book, and also quizzes and tests.

From the publisher: "This concise field guide to 200 common insects features: 1) Full-color illustrations of the most common and conspicuous insects; 2) Introductory sections on observing insects, parts of insects, and more; and 3) The Peterson Identification System, which uses arrows on the illustrations and italics in the descriptions to show you exactly what to look for."

Student Book Sample

The Classical Composition II: Narrative Stage Student Book contains the student exercises for the Narrative Stage of Classical Composition series.

Buy any two Composition Sets with DVDs and get a reduced package price of $120.
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Teacher Guide Sample

The Classical Composition II: Narrative Stage Teacher Guide contains sample answers for the Narrative Stage Student Guide.

Buy any two Composition Sets with DVDs and get a reduced package price of $120.
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The Narrative Stage DVDs feature instruction by Dr. Brett Vaden and are a great resource for those using Memoria Press's Classical Composition series.

Buy any two Composition Sets with DVDs and get a reduced package price of $120.
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Geography I Text Sample

Geography of  the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe covers the area that constituted the ancient Roman Empire. Each region is explored in its historical context in “History’s Headlines,” as well as in the present in “Tour of Today.” Your student will learn countries and capitals of today and relate them to the ancient lands of the Greeks and Romans, deepening his understanding of both the past and the present.

Geography I Student Workbook Sample

Geography of  the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe covers the area that constituted the ancient Roman Empire. Each region is explored in its historical context in “History’s Headlines,” as well as in the present in “Tour of Today.” Your student will learn countries and capitals of today and relate them to the ancient lands of the Greeks and Romans, deepening his understanding of both the past and the present.

Geography I Teacher Sample

Geography of the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe covers the area that constituted the ancient Roman Empire. Each region is explored in its historical context in “History’s Headlines,” as well as in the present in “Tour of Today.” Your student will learn countries and capitals of today and relate them to the ancient lands of the Greeks and Romans, deepening his understanding of both the past and the present.

Covering the material from Geography I, II, and III, these flashcards will help your student master the physical and cultural geography of the world. Each card has the national flag, which students can color, with the country name on one side and the map of the country within the context of its continent and its capital on the other.

US Review Student Sample

This study guide will help students retain the knowledge they gained in their study of States & Capitals by reviewing each region of the U.S. four times throughout the school year. This review takes very little time and makes a great companion to Geography I: The Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.

US Review Teacher Sample

This study guide will help students retain the knowledge they gained in their study of States & Capitals by reviewing each region of the U.S. four times throughout the school year. This review takes very little time and makes a great companion to Geography I: The Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.

This additional copybook in our series includes the memory passages students memorize in the Memoria Press Christian Studies II course. It teaches penmanship, basic grammar, spelling, literature, accuracy, attention to detail, and memorization—all through the simple skill of copying. Not only do we want our students to form beautiful letters, we want them to copy beautiful words. We have selected Scripture from the King James Bible (chosen for its poetic verse). Our Copybooks are simple, clean, and focused on the task at hand. You won’t find meaningless color illustrations strewn throughout our pages. The font size in Copybook Cursive III is college-ruled for older students continuing their copywork practice.

The First Form Latin DVDs feature video instruction for each of the lessons in the First Form Latin program. Lessons are approximately 15-20 minutes in length.