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= = = = =Welcome  to the Latin Resources Page = This page should help provide you with many Latin recources and help in your Latin class. Enjoy all the links we have gathered here for you and good luck!

=__Web Resources __= [|This] is a site on which you enter the stem and ending of a number of Latin words. As you do this you are given definitions as well as many other words from these stems.-Brendan [|This] site allows the visitor to review the basics of Latin I, in a way in which the can retain all of the given information. This information is given under the headings nouns, adjectives, verbs, and prepositions.-Brendan [|This] site reveals how to study and memorize all five Latin declensions. It is especially useful because it is told from a teacher's point of view.-Brendan

[|Latin Wordstock] With this helpful site you can search through many aspects of Latin including search for derivatives, and even vocabulary. There is also a fun game to help in remembering vocab. [|This] site holds many different types of literature on Latin including many books, internet resources, and even electronic texts and e-books. Helpful [|Latin Website] This large, helpful website contains multiple sites and online Latin dictionaries to service all of your Latin needs. [|Latin Website Collection] This site has compiled tons of Latin websites and put them in one convient place. You can find everything from Latin language help to Roman history. [|Link] Hey fellow Latin speakers! Need some help with the tricks and turns of Classical Latin Pronunciation? Visit this page for help. Fun Latin Conversion [|Site] - This site provides many common phrases and even some fun odd ones and converts them to Latin. [|This] trusted ".edu" source provides quizes for many aspects of learning Latin including nouns, verbs, and even noun-adjective agreement. This is very helpful for pre-test studying. [|Flashcards] This site has tons of links to flashcards for our Latin book. You can find almost every chapter and lesson. Once you've selected a lesson use the links under the title to list cards and print. -Will

[|Here] is where you will find many usefull websites. They have random phrases for you to learn in Latin. It gives you a happier side to latin. Good for anyone who wants to impress their teacher with a few phrases. -Esteban

The video below gives us a view of common nouns, the 5 declensions, and an easy why to pronounce words. This is a good starting site for you Latin beginners.-Estaban media type="youtube" key="oEmhajny9Ew" height="344" width="425"

=__Databases __= To find all passwords to access these databases look in the McShain Library in Moodle.

"Roman Empire." by Emmons, Jim 7 Jan. 2009 __World Geography. 2009.__ __ABC-CLIO__. This database was extremly helpful in finding some background information on Rome and the Roman Empire. It will help you to understand what was going on when this language was spoken. when you arrive at the site, search Roman Empire. [|Link Here] - Will "New Life for an Ancient Language" Author Anonymous __World History ABC-CLIO__ Using this database I was able to find an excellent page on the latin making a comeback. It is very interesting to understand how it was able to be "reincarnated." I would recommend checking out this page. [|Link] - Will "Latin Language" Author Unknown __Oxford Reference Online Database__ I found this page on the Oxford Reference Database. It explains how latin came to be, how it evolved, and what other languages it influenced. It was very helpful in finding side information to better understand its importance. It is a small page, but I would recommended checking it out. [|Link] - Will

[|This] database clearly demonstrates to the viewer the origins of the Roman culture. It will offer to every Prep student's inquisitive mind why what we learn is the way it is.-Brendan [|This] gives us information about how mass used to be said in Latin. Not only does it make us awawre of Latin's signifigance in our beliefs, but it demonstrates how powerful it is in all corners of the world-Brendan [|This] site helps the Latin student learn how to read and study Latin. This is extremely important in a school like the Prep, especially come exam time.-Brendan

=__Books __= __The Latin Language__ by L.R. Palmer - This book is a 350 page describing Latin's relation to other languages and also the history of the language. This is very helpful in understanding Latin's importance. To find this book search "The Latin Language" on the SJP catalog you then can find it at the SJP library. - Will __AD INFINITVM__ by Nicholas Ostler - This is a very helpful book on Latin and everything surrounding the language. It is a biography of Latin and is 400 pages. I found the book at my local library,and there were many copies in the surrounding libraries. I would deffinitly check this book out. P.S. To clear up any confusion, the book is written in english. - Will __Cassell's Latin Dictonary__ by D. P. Simpson, M.A. - This is a very nice book to have in your schoolbag or locker because it has tons of Latin to english translations and is easy to use. The first half of the book is Latin words with english definitions and the 2nd half of the book is english words with Latin words that mean that word. It can be found at your local library. Will

[|This] is a book that clearly explains the basics of Latin grammar and its origins. It is perfect for every Prep student who is constantly asking "Why"?-Brendan [|This] book is the complete guide to Latin grammar, and is sure to improve your ability to analyze and translate sentences just as we do in class. It is extremely affordable as well, and is a great buy for anyone wishing to improve their Latin skills.-Brendan [|This] book is not only helpful in Latin, but in every subject as well. It offers a list of common Latin roots and there meanings, as well as how to study Latin using the Internet and the people around you. It ensures your progression as a Latin student here at the Prep.-Brendan

[|This] a great book with a ton of Latin verbs.This is a very useful for those complicated verb phrases. A good book to check out. [|Here] This is a course expections of the complex latin language. A bargin book for those who want a quick fix in your Latin. The complete book is only 95 cents. Please check this book out! [|Click] this amazing link. This website contains over 146 Latin and Greek books. Almost all the books on this website are completely free. The book are avaible to download to any computer. The books are in PDF format. One of the best sites that contains books. -Esteban

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