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Memoria Press

Classical Christian complete grade sets — Latin, literature, history and math in one box.

Updated September 2026 · 6 sources

GradesPreK–10th
SubjectsBible/Christian studies, Latin, literature, history/classical studies, language arts, math, science
MathIncluded
FaithChristian worldview throughout
ApproachClassical Christian: Latin, recitation, memorization and great-books literature across every subject
Who teachesThe parent teaches
Parent prepLow (daily lesson plans included, though parent leads discussions directly)
Screen timeA mix of screen and paper
Video lessonsIncluded: instructional DVDs/videos are part of the curriculum set for subjects like Latin
Cost$821: Third Grade Curriculum Set — Latin, literature, history/classical & Christian studies, language arts, math (Rod & Staff), science (source)
Placement
No formal placement test; grade sets are chosen by school grade rather than assessment
ESA vendorPublisher is on the approved vendor list in Arkansas (Direct Pay), Wyoming, Florida, New Hampshire. Checked September 2026; each state's list can change and applies to the publisher, not every product.

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What parents say

Reviewers who've used Memoria Press for years praise how the Latin sequence and literature guides build steadily from one level to the next without gaps, and how thoroughly each subject's teacher manual is laid out so parents don't need prior expertise. The recurring caution is that it's teacher-intensive — a parent needs to actively lead Latin, recitation and discussion most days rather than hand a child a workbook — and the full Classical Core Curriculum Set is a serious investment next to boxed traditional programs. Many long-time users describe layering in only the pieces they need, often just Latin or literature, rather than buying the complete grade set outright.

Parents love

  • Latin and literature sequence builds steadily level to level
  • Detailed teacher manuals need no prior classical background
  • Comprehensive — one set covers nearly every subject for the grade

Common complaints

  • Teacher-intensive — parent leads Latin and discussion most days
  • Full Classical Core Curriculum Set is a real financial investment
  • Heavy emphasis on memorization and recitation won't suit every learner

Who it fits

Best for

  • Yes, include math. Math included
  • Christian worldview. Christian worldview and Bible study woven through the curriculum
  • Classical. Latin, memorization and great-books literature at the core
  • One child at a time. Grade Curriculum Sets are built around one child's grade
  • Daily lesson plans done for me. Daily lesson plans included in the curriculum manual for every subject
  • Some screen time. A mix of screen and paper
  • Video lessons a big plus. Instructional DVDs/videos are part of the curriculum set for subjects like Latin
  • Video lessons nice to have. Instructional DVDs/videos are part of the curriculum set for subjects like Latin
  • Plenty: I teach it. Parent teaches Latin, recitation and discussion most days

Less suited for

  • No religious content. Christian content throughout
  • Minimal: solo work. Heavily teacher-led; not designed for independent work

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Questions parents ask

What subjects does Memoria Press cover?

Bible/Christian studies, Latin, literature, history/classical studies, language arts, math, science. It's described as classical Christian: Latin, recitation, memorization and great-books literature across every subject.

Does Memoria Press include math?

Yes, math is included.

What grades does Memoria Press cover?

Memoria Press covers grades PreK–10th.

How much does Memoria Press cost?

$821: Third Grade Curriculum Set — Latin, literature, history/classical & Christian studies, language arts, math (Rod & Staff), science. Prices were checked on publisher or retailer pages in September 2026; check current prices before buying.

Is Memoria Press Christian or secular?

Christian worldview throughout.

Is Memoria Press online?

A mix of screen and paper. The parent teaches.

Does Memoria Press have a placement test?

No. No formal placement test; grade sets are chosen by school grade rather than assessment

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