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Explore the Roots of Language with Our Etymology Curriculum for High School
Give your students the power to unlock language through our comprehensive etymology curriculum for high schoollearners. Etymology: Unlocking Word Origins is designed to introduce students to the fascinating history and structure of the English language. This curriculum builds deep understanding of vocabulary, spelling, and linguistic patterns using Latin, Greek, Sanskrit, Old English, and other global influences.
What’s Inside the Etymology Curriculum?
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6 in-depth chapters, each exploring a unique language origin or concept
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Engaging weekly labs: Cognate Clue Hunts, Semantic Shift Trackers, and Word Dissection
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Detailed explanations of roots, prefixes, suffixes, and sound changes
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Activities aligned with HS-ETS1-3 (systematic analysis and vocabulary application)
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AP enrichment tasks for advanced learners
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Printable worksheets, answer keys, and lab guides
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Great for homeschoolers, co-ops, and classrooms
Students will learn to break down unfamiliar words, connect spelling patterns to historical roots, and explore how societal factors shape language. The course offers vocabulary development through context, cultural history, and linguistic science.
Real-World Learning with a Global Lens
From Sanskrit’s contribution to words like sugar and yoga to Greek’s legacy in biology and philosophy, students will see how language reflects cultural exchange. The curriculum also includes topics like the Great Vowel Shift, semantic change, and loanwords from Arabic, French, and Spanish.
🔗 Visit Etymonline for real-time etymology lookups
🔗 Learn about historical linguistics from the Linguistic Society of America
Perfect for independent learners, co-ops, homeschoolers, and traditional classrooms.
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