Brain Breaks in French class are so important! Why? Learning a new language can be SO mentally taxing. Whether we’re teaching immersion or core French, we are asking students to think (or try to) in another language. Combine that with nervousness about speaking, pronunciation struggles, and don’t forget grammar, and students can get overwhelmed pretty […]
French Diwali resources to increase cultural awareness
Looking for French Diwali resources for your core or immersion classes? You’re in the right place! If you’ve been around here for a while, then you know that I love seasonal resources as a way to teach vocabulary with meaningful activities. It’s even better when those seasonal resources can help your students understand a bit […]
Fun no-prep French Thanksgiving Worksheets
Looking for French Thanksgiving activities to do with your core French or French immersion classes? You’re in the right place! Whether you’re looking for no-prep French worksheets, speaking activities, or writing prompts, you’ll find them all in my French Thanksgiving pack. There are activities that are perfect for beginners and writing prompts and vocabulary activities […]
9 Great Songs in French for Your Secondary French Classes!
Looking for new songs in French to play with your secondary French classes? Look no further! I’ve got a new list of French songs I love that I hope your students will love, too! T’es partie – GIMS I absolutely love his music, but this song is one of my favorites! The melody is beautiful […]
What to do when students refuse to speak French
Do you have students who refuse to speak French in class? That can make it so challenging, and I know it’s so frustrating when they don’t want to try. If you’re struggling with students who won’t participate, here are some strategies to help encourage students to speak French in your classroom. 1. Understand the Root […]
