Specific language incursions: French, Latin, Italian and German.
Le Vrai Franglais (Stage 5)
One-hour presentation. A lively and sometimes humorous look at how French and English have influenced each other, both in the past and the present. Students solve language puzzles in groups. Watch a brief snippet from the presentation below.
Cost:
$12 per student (minimum 20 students, maximum 40).
Testimonial:
“The Year 10 students really enjoyed learning about the connections between French and English and loved doing the quirky puzzles. The presenter had an engaging and lively manner and was very knowledgeable about both languages. The workshop was informative and challenging….highly recommended.”
Anne Doumani, French Teacher, Baulkham Hills High School
The Many Layers of Latin in English (Stages 4-5)
One-hour presentation. A look at the long and varied history of Latin’s influence on English, both directly and indirectly. Students solve language puzzles in groups. Watch a brief snippet from the presentation below.
Cost:
$12 per student (minimum 20 students, maximum 40).
Testimonial:
“The incursion was an enlightening and valuable learning opportunity for the girls to learn more about how the English language has evolved and been influenced by Latin. It was a fantastic opportunity to expand students' awareness of how learning Latin is highly beneficial for their English literacy.”
- Rose Zhang, Latin Teacher, Queenwood School
Deut(sch)lich Englisch (Stage 5)
One-hour presentation. A look at the shared histories of the “cousin languages” German and English, and some surprising “cousin words”, Students solve language puzzles in groups. Watch a brief snippet from the presentation below.
Cost:
$12 per student (minimum 20 students, maximum 40).
La Dolce Lingua (Stage 5)
One-hour presentation. A look at the hidden patterns behind the connections between Italian and English, and how to spot some “false friends”. Students solve language puzzles in groups. Watch a brief snippet from the presentation below.
Cost:
$12 per student (minimum 20 students, maximum 40).