Hosting a French cheese tasting event is a wonderful opportunity to immerse your French students in the rich and diverse culinary culture of France. In France, cheese is not just food – it’s tradition,...
It’s truly fascinating how French pronunciation is so distinct from English, despite their shared alphabet. The abundance of unique French sounds can certainly catch English native speakers off guard and...
In a de-streamed French classroom, catering to the diverse needs and learning styles of students can be quite a challenge. After all, we have students who’ve taken Core French throughout elementary school,...
One of my greatest passions is teaching French and fostering a love for the language and culture amongst my students. While it is absolutely possible to do that in the French classroom, I wanted to create...
It’s no secret that Core French can be difficult to teach to FSL students. As French teachers we deal with unique challenges in fostering language acquisition and one key challenge lies in maintaining...
Learning a language involves more than just memorizing vocabulary and mastering grammar rules. To truly immerse oneself in the linguistic and cultural richness of a language, it is essential to incorporate...
Let’s face it… classroom management is not as easy as it sounds, especially in the FSL classroom. Technology distractions, large class sizes, varying levels of proficiency, and behavior issues all pose...
Integrating francophone music in the classroom is a dynamic and impactful approach to language learning and cultural immersion. Music has the capability to engage students on a profound emotional and cognitive...
French reading is an essential means to expand your students’ vocabulary, gain a better understanding of French culture, and immerse them in the language. It is a cornerstone for language acquisition and...
Learning a new language can be a challenging experience for many of our students. However, it doesn’t have to be all about conjugating verbs, textbook work, and memorization. Introducing French games into...