The culminating art and writing projects for each of the Comox Valley …
The culminating art and writing projects for each of the Comox Valley Schools (SD71, B.C.) middle-grade Core French units (also searchable on the Resource Bank). All would be adaptable for younger and older students. These could also been done as separate assignments, but are best scaffolded by the activities in each unit! / Ces projets d'art et de rédaction sont destinés aux élèves de Core French, mais pourraient également être utiles dans des cours d'Immersion!
UNIT THEMES (those with art/writing projects, searchable on the Resource Bank):
-Greetings & letters (saluer & alphabet) -Numbers & calendar (chiffres & calendrier) -Who are you? (Qui es-tu?) -Body parts & monsters (le corps & les monstres) -Clothing (les vêtements) -Sports (les sports) -Hobbies (les passe-temps) -Animals (les animaux) -High-frequency words (Les mots de haute fréquence) -Food (la nourriture) - unit 2/2e unité
This thematic unit from Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C. is aimed …
This thematic unit from Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C. is aimed at Grade 6 Core French students, but is suitable for younger grades and would be easily adaptable for older ones. It is focused on oral practice and participation and would also be useful in primary French Immersion classes!
THIS UNIT'S THEME: Body Parts & Monsters (Le corps & les monstres)
In addition to tips for incorporating French into daily routines, the unit includes:
-Vocabulary -Pronunciation videos -Kahoot/flash card games -Word games -Games and activities for oral practice -An art & writing activity
The same page details other units and a Cultural Study: La culture de Montréal.
Ms. Campbell's original and curated resources for Core French instruction (worksheets, instructions, …
Ms. Campbell's original and curated resources for Core French instruction (worksheets, instructions, samples, videos, slideshows, etc.), organised by unit. Instructions are in English.
This themed project from Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C. is aimed …
This themed project from Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C. is aimed at Grade 5 Core French students, but is suitable for younger grades and would be easily adaptable for older ones. Content Authors: Noah Burdett, Comox Valley Schools, Learn71
'Students have an opportunity to learn about Saint Valentine’s day in French. …
'Students have an opportunity to learn about Saint Valentine’s day in French. During the learning activities, students will become familiar with Valentine’s Day vocabulary, discuss the meaning of Valentine’s Day, share their likes and dislikes with their friends, and play numerous games to reinforce the vocabulary.
'...students will design a Valentine card and verse and present the card to a friend in front of the class. The teacher’s guide includes learning objectives, a list of resources and step-by-step suggestions on how to teach the unit. In addition, the guide includes answer sheets, suggested vocabulary and motivational games, supplementary activities flashcards, model letter to parents, evaluation grids and activities.
'The student workbook includes the necessary student activity sheets, vocabulary lists, and teacher, peer and self-evaluation grids.'
Overview: Courtesy of Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C., an archived site …
Overview: Courtesy of Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C., an archived site with a series of excellent kits for middle-grade Core French units that carefully structure and encourage oral communication. Some elements would be adaptable for younger or older grades, and/or useful in immersion!
THIS KIT'S THEME: La nourriture (Food)
« After asking and answering questions together as a class, students can then move between stations. These stations are not sequential, but rather provide practice communicating about each theme in different ways. The station titles ... are:
a. Bingo b. Cartes -Memoire/memory game c. L’intervue -The interview d. Dictionnaire visual / Visual dictionary e. Les jeux de vocabulaire / Vocabulary games f. Sac magique / Magic bag »
'Students have an opportunity to learn about the second language classroom in …
'Students have an opportunity to learn about the second language classroom in French. During the learning activities, students will become familiar with greetings, classroom objects, colours, and classroom expressions. There are numerous activities to practice classroom routines in French ... students will create a booklet of classroom expressions to be used throughout the year.
'The teacher’s guide includes learning objectives, a list of resources and step-by-step suggestions on how to teach the unit. In addition, the guide includes answer sheets, suggested vocabulary and motivational games, supplementary activities, written text of the listening activity, flashcards, model letter to parents, evaluation grids and activities.
'The student workbook includes the necessary student activity sheets, vocabulary lists, and teacher, peer and self-evaluation grids.'
Courtesy of Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C., an archived site with …
Courtesy of Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C., an archived site with a series of excellent kits for middle-grade Core French units that carefully structure and encourage oral communication. Some elements would be adaptable for younger or older grades, and/or useful in immersion!
THIS KIT'S THEME: Les activités (Activities)
« After asking and answering questions together as a class, students can then move between stations. These stations are not sequential, but rather provide practice communicating about each theme in different ways. The station titles ... are:
Station A. Memoire / Memory game Station B. Icônes / Icons Station C. Un sondage / Survey Station D. Mon activité préférée / My Preferred Activity Station E. Les bulles / Bubbles Station F. Objets d’activités / Activity objects Station G. Jeux/Games: Partenaires/Chercher les mots »
'Students have an opportunity to learn about friends and physical activities in …
'Students have an opportunity to learn about friends and physical activities in French. They will become familiar with the parts of the body, how to describe physical characteristics and traits of people, and discuss popular sports and physical activities that students practice. Numerous motivating activities are included to communicate in French. '...students will create a booklet about a friend and present it to the class. The teacher’s guide includes learning objectives, a list of resources and step-by-step suggestions on how to teach the unit. In addition, the guide includes answer sheets, suggested vocabulary and motivational games, supplementary activities, written text of the listening activity, flashcards, model letter to parents, evaluation grids and activities.
'The student workbook includes the necessary student activity sheets, vocabulary lists, and teacher, peer and self-evaluation grids.'
Courtesy of Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C., an archived site with …
Courtesy of Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C., an archived site with a series of excellent kits for middle-grade Core French units that carefully structure and encourage oral communication. Some elements would be adaptable for younger or older grades, and/or useful in immersion!
THIS KIT'S THEME: Les vêtements (Clothing)
« After asking and answering questions together as a class, students can then move between stations. These stations are not sequential, but rather provide practice communicating about each theme in different ways. The station titles ... are:
Station A. Bingo Station B. Devinez qui? / Guess who? Station C. Parade de mode / Fashion show Station D. Colorier et étiquetter / Colour and label Station E. Jeux / Games – Partenaires et Mots croisés Station F. Dialogue Station G. Sac magique / Magic bag Station H. Écouter et répondre [/ Listen and respond] »
The Lethbridge Curriculum Developers Group Explore French Through Music website is a …
The Lethbridge Curriculum Developers Group Explore French Through Music website is a free, open access resource to support French language instruction with fun and interactive songs. Their are various materials provided on the website including songs, interactive activities, and cultural exploration. Activities are available for individuals to download for use in your class or use them as models for developing your own language materials.
'Students have an opportunity to learn about their families in French. During …
'Students have an opportunity to learn about their families in French. During the learning activities, students will become reacquainted with the “Soleil” family. '
*Instructions are in English.*
This is an extensive unit with a great deal of instructional material. The families represented are quite traditional (the resource is from 2001), but adaptations could be made to include a greater diversity of families and individuals.
Courtesy of Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C., an archived site with …
Courtesy of Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C., an archived site with a series of excellent kits for middle-grade Core French units that carefully structure and encourage oral communication. Some elements would be adaptable for younger or older grades, and/or useful in immersion!
THIS KIT'S THEME: Ma vie... c'est moi! (My Life... It's Me!)
«This Mon passport theme , “Ma vie” / “My life” includes basic greetings, basic questions, emotions, colours and numbers.
« After asking and answering questions together as a class, students can then move between stations. These stations are not sequential, but rather provide practice communicating about each theme in different ways. The station titles ... are:
a. Comment ça va? b. Bandes dessinées / Comics c. Emojis d. C’est moi! / It’s me! e. Chanter/Sing f. Une dictée / Spelling list or Spelling bee g. Calculer / Calculate h. Colorier / Colour i. Sac magique / Magic bag »
Provided by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation / le Ministère de l'Éducation de …
Provided by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation / le Ministère de l'Éducation de la Saskatchewan: 'Students have an opportunity to discuss themselves and their school. During the learning activities, students will explore various topics related to them and their school while preparing a booklet ... students create booklets pertaining to “Me and My School” and present an accompanying role play.'
'Students have an opportunity to learn about Christmas in French. During the …
'Students have an opportunity to learn about Christmas in French. During the learning activities, students will become familiar with Christmas vocabulary, explore what Christmas means to them, discuss ways Santa knows their behaviour during the year, and what they would like for Christmas. They even invent a toy-making machine. For the experiential goal, students will write a letter to Santa and present their letters to the class.
'The teacher’s guide includes learning objectives, a list of resources and step-by-step suggestions on how to teach the unit. In addition, the guide includes answer sheets, suggested vocabulary and motivational games, supplementary activities, flashcards, model letter to parents, evaluation grids and activities, and website addresses.
'The student workbook includes the necessary student activity sheets, vocabulary lists, and teacher, peer and self-evaluation grids. '
*Most instructions are in English, except for a few of the worksheets.*
This thematic unit from Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C. is aimed …
This thematic unit from Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C. is aimed at Grade 5 Core French students, but is suitable for younger grades and would be easily adaptable for older ones. It is focused on oral practice and participation and would also be useful in primary French Immersion classes!Content Authors: Comox Valley Schools, Learn71, Beth Peddle
This thematic unit from Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C. is aimed …
This thematic unit from Comox Valley Schools (SD71) in B.C. is aimed at Grade 5 Core French students, but is suitable for younger grades and would be easily adaptable for older ones. It is focused on oral practice and participation and would also be useful in French Immersion classes!Content Authors: Comox Valley Schools, Learn71
A free, online, English-French dictionary with the pronunciation of French words in …
A free, online, English-French dictionary with the pronunciation of French words in Canadian and/or France French accents!
For pronunciation help: type in the word you are searching for (in French), hit Enter or click the magnifying glass/search button, and press the speaker button that says 'ECOUTER' beside the result. For common words, you can also choose between a FRANCE French or CANADA French accent in the dropdown menu next the 'ECOUTER' button!
This dictionary also has a standard English-to-French and French-to-English search function.
*There are a lot of ads on this site, but it has a large free database of words with recorded pronunciations in both French and Canadian accents.*
**Remember that a dictionary is not a censored book/resource!**
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