These links will provide your child with extra practice for French. The subjects may or may not have been taught specifically in class, but will complement what we have been and will be learning. Should you find a link is not working, or if you have a favourite site you would like to see added to our list, please e-mail me!
I often get asked the same question from multiple parents: "How can I help my child at home with the French language, when we do not speak it ourselves?" Below I've listed some simple and fun ways to review some of the basic but very important concepts we are learning in class. Throughout the year, you can change up these games/strategies depending on the specific subject being taught at that moment. (I.e. If we are focusing on Science vocabulary, you can review those specific words using my suggested methods) *NB. Please note that online translation sites are not recommended. When working on French writing activities at home (this work will be limited), students should write the way they would explain it to me orally, or if they were talking to a friend. |
Here is a list of French Immersion iPad Apps:
French Immersion Fun Educational Apps A few fun FREE French apps for Ipod touch/Iphone/Ipad... Study Help: French Words for Kids Free French Audio Flashcards French Class Lite French Flashcards French Study Buddy! French verb conjugation trainer Lite Living Language French My French coach Here are some ways to show your understanding of French (listening) at home: - watch your favourite Disney Movies or Cartoons in French (put on the French Track--also it is often possible to put the English subtitles in so that children can read if they become lost in the story) -- I would also suggest doing this with movies that you already know well, which will allow your child to focus on the language as they already understand the story. Want some French Culture at home? - Why not try out some French cuisine (recipes on the website http://www.pbs.org/food/cuisine/french/ ) - Visit the library and borrow some French CDs or videos |
RESOURCES, RESOURCES AND MORE RESOURCES!
Online French-English Dictionary Language Guide (This website has a pictoral dictionary complete with pronunciations (you will need speakers). WordReference (online language dictionary) Verb Conjugator (un site Bescherelle) French Pronunciation (Here is another site that has vowel pronunciation in French (again you will need speakers to hear it). Other Ideas of Ways That You Can Help at Home:
- use silly voices to practice your words (e.g., witch, monster, baby) - add actions to the words when you can - make flashcards from all of the words of the week that you have learned so far this year (use the flashcards to play matching games e.g., concetration matching the word to the picture) - make your own bingo game using any theme (e.g., colours, numbers, weather phrases) - on a whiteboard (can be purchased at the dollar store) write some French words (try using some funny lettering like squiggly, block), you could write in the four corners way--write the word in each corner |
How can I help my child succeed in FSL?
QUICK TIPS TO HELP YOUR CHILD...WHEN YOU DO NOT SPEAK FRENCH! (Video)
Canadian Parents for French - Ontario (Support groups for parents of children in FSL, French resources, contests, festivals and camps for students)
Language Guide (French pictorial vocabulary – students float their cursor over a picture to see the word and hear the pronunciation)
Halton District School Board Elementary Internet Tools (Useful for research and links to all grade levels for various subjects, including French on-line resources)
Halton District School Board Site for French Programs (An explanation of different program options available to students in Halton)
French as a Second Language Homework Toolbox (This site supports parents who have children in a “French Immersion” (FI) program and wish to assist them with homework in French. It is also a resource for FI students who require an accessible user friendly reference tool to help with homework.)
Francophonie en Fête Festival Fall Festival to promote French Culture in Toronto (This site is home to the Francophonie en Fête Festival and their mission is to present a truly Canadian experience in art, culture and the joy of life expressed by both Franco-Ontarian and the Quebecois. Our festival is intended to be a mix of performers in music, dance, and any other artistic forms of cultural expression in a casual setting. We strive to create a sense of belonging by instilling pride in being a truly bilingual country. And we seek to promote the richness and diversity of the Franco-Ontarian culture to a young audience of Francophones and Francophiles.)
ABOUT YOUTUBE: Parental discretion/supervision advised when accessing youtube - although the videos chosen have been pre-viewed, unfortunately, we have no control over the ads, pop-ups, or other content within youtube itself.
QUICK TIPS TO HELP YOUR CHILD...WHEN YOU DO NOT SPEAK FRENCH! (Video)
Canadian Parents for French - Ontario (Support groups for parents of children in FSL, French resources, contests, festivals and camps for students)
Language Guide (French pictorial vocabulary – students float their cursor over a picture to see the word and hear the pronunciation)
Halton District School Board Elementary Internet Tools (Useful for research and links to all grade levels for various subjects, including French on-line resources)
Halton District School Board Site for French Programs (An explanation of different program options available to students in Halton)
French as a Second Language Homework Toolbox (This site supports parents who have children in a “French Immersion” (FI) program and wish to assist them with homework in French. It is also a resource for FI students who require an accessible user friendly reference tool to help with homework.)
Francophonie en Fête Festival Fall Festival to promote French Culture in Toronto (This site is home to the Francophonie en Fête Festival and their mission is to present a truly Canadian experience in art, culture and the joy of life expressed by both Franco-Ontarian and the Quebecois. Our festival is intended to be a mix of performers in music, dance, and any other artistic forms of cultural expression in a casual setting. We strive to create a sense of belonging by instilling pride in being a truly bilingual country. And we seek to promote the richness and diversity of the Franco-Ontarian culture to a young audience of Francophones and Francophiles.)
ABOUT YOUTUBE: Parental discretion/supervision advised when accessing youtube - although the videos chosen have been pre-viewed, unfortunately, we have no control over the ads, pop-ups, or other content within youtube itself.