Teaching French reflexive verbs is one of my favorite grammar topics. It’s so important, because students need to understand the placement and use of pronouns. It’s so fun, because they can act out their morning routines. However, it can also be so confusing for them when they want to use possessive adjectives instead of […]
French direct and indirect objects
Teaching French direct and indirect object pronouns can be so difficult! Students don’t always understand grammar very well in their native language, so it’s important to be very thorough when teaching and to make sure that they understand each skill before adding more information. While students are able to use direct and indirect objects in […]
French songs for Spring
Spring is here! Bring some springtime joy into your French class with these spring-themed songs. I’ve started with songs for the youngest kids and added a few for older students. I love finding new French songs, and from the popularity of this post, I think all French teachers love finding new music to play in […]
Teaching French question words
Teaching French words is such an important part of any beginning French course, but a lot of beginners find it really complicated at first. With the right materials, teaching French question words can be fun, and it doesn’t have to feel so difficult! Here is how I recommend teaching the French question words. 1. Present […]
How to teach writing in French class
I love to teach writing in French class, but that doesn’t mean all kids love to write. Some kids write very quickly and fluently while others struggle to write anything. There are students who can write a lot, but every other word is wrong, and then there are those who write less but make few […]
