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Plinius Adversus Vesuvium: are you cunning enough to survive the eruption of Mount Vesuvius?
Plinius Adversus Vesuvium is a free historical simulation postcard game, now available in Latin
Ana Martin
Aug 24, 20225 min read
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Must-watch Thermae Romae Novae is now on Netflix!
You may not have wondered much about what a Roman architect would have thought about modern Japanese baths. I must admit it was not particul
Ana Martin
Feb 24, 20222 min read
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How can Greek mythology and history books spark a love of reading in beginners?
Some books are just irresistible for young readers. Even the most reluctant learners can find a book that will hook them. The question...
Ana Martin
Sep 23, 202111 min read
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5 Mythological References Every Teen needs to succeed as a Reader
A Blog post featured in the ChamaTuition Summer Blog take over Busy schedules and curriculum choices can mean that students miss on the...
Ana Martin
Jul 26, 20214 min read
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5 Easy Ways to Learn Latin Vocabulary
Vocabulary is the backbone of language learning. If you are tackling texts and you can’t get the general meaning with a first reading, you n
Ana Martin
Nov 10, 20205 min read
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Should I watch Barbarians on Netflix? Ask a Latin teacher.
Not everyone knows both German and Latin, but for those who do, this is a superb opportunity to put your vocabulary learning skills into pra
Ana Martin
Oct 28, 20204 min read
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What is the best Latin course for you?
I have written this mostly with independent learners and homeschoolers in mind. However, if your school offers Latin you will want to read o
Ana Martin
Sep 19, 202013 min read
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Ultimate guide to eat like the Romans for a day
Do you want to teach your kids about life in ancient Roman times? A great starting point is to appeal first to their senses.
Ana Martin
Aug 30, 20208 min read
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I baked my first loaf of Roman bread and this is what happened
For this first loaf I mostly wanted to explore the shaping, so I went with my very familiar white and wholemeal wheat flour combination
Ana Martin
Aug 6, 20204 min read
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Unique kitten names from Roman Antiquity that will steal your heart
Do you need an original name for your adorable furry friend? The Roman world is a treasure chest of ideas.
Ana Martin
Jul 5, 20205 min read
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Preparing for a Brilliant Classical Civilisation and Latin A-Level experience? Try this.
Reading tips and ideas to prepare for A-Level Latin and Classical Civilisation
Ana Martin
Jun 27, 20207 min read
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Dyslexia behind the scenes: why choose Latin for GCSE?
What if there was a Modern Foreign Language that was easier to learn for dyslexics? And imagine if it could also improve results in English!
Ana Martin
Jun 14, 20203 min read
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Brilliant Roman Pet Names That Will Make You Want A Dog
I’m sure you know a male dog named Rex (meaning 'king'). But how about other less popular options to get your dog standing out of the crowd?
Ana Martin
Jun 6, 20202 min read
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Female dog names from ancient Rome
I am often asked for advice naming a new dog. In this new series I'm going to share some great ideas to get you inspired. Stay tuned for...
Ana Martin
Jun 4, 20202 min read
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What do you know about race in Antiquity? Resources for GCSE and A-Level Classics
===2022 Update=== I originally wrote this blog post during the George Floyd protests, at a time when the Black Lives Matter movement was...
Ana Martin
Jun 1, 20203 min read
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3 Surprisingly easy ways to bring Homer to your homeschool
When did Homer live? What has the Trojan War have to do with Latin? And is Homer a good idea for homeschooling?
Ana Martin
May 28, 20203 min read
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BUSTED: Top 3 Pernicious Myths about learning Latin
Is Latin boring? Forget what you have heard before about learning Latin. Latin is useful, fun and certainly not dead!
Ana Martin
May 24, 20203 min read
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