After Latin?

I received this question: Our first son was in your class this year.   We have not been involved in language study before, can you give me an idea of what might be a next step for him in regards to language study?  He really enjoys it, and from what I can tell, is...

Latin for the little guys?

I received this inquiry on Facebook: I haven’t purchased a Latin program for my kids. My oldest is currently in 3rd grade. I am ready to buy now, but still not sure which one.  I’m feeling very overwhelmed by the choices. I just want to feel secure in...

Latin and the Romance Languages

The deeper we delve into the past, the more French, Spanish, and Italian converge.  Finally, they become one in Latin, or, to be more accurate, in Vulgar Latin as spoken by the common people in the various parts of the Western Roman Empire. – Frederick Bodmer,...

How do I start learning Spanish?

I received this email today: We purchased Visual Latin and we are really enjoying it and learning a lot. I had a question for Dwayne Thomas: we are appreciating his approach to learning a language. Does he have any recommendations on a Spanish curriculum? I know there...

How to learn Spanish.

A student emailed me a question: Hi Mr. Thomas,  I plan on a degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Spanish. Should I wait to start Spanish in college or start now? My Mom has not found a good Spanish teacher in our area yet. Do you know of a good online...