French Cooking and Culture!
In this 4-week FLEX course, students will explore French culture through food!
Erica Sisti
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(27)
What's included
Class Experience
Bonjour! I am very excited to have you here! In this 4 week FLEX(no live meeting) course, students will learn about French culture in one of my favorite ways-- through food! Each week we will have a new French food item to cook and learn about. We will explore the region that each dish comes from and learn about the culture and history of each region and dish. This course will be conducted in English. Students will also be able to experience the French culture by learning how to make each of these foods! A recipe will be added each week, along with the lesson, for students to be able to make and try each of the dishes. A step-by-step guide will be provided to ensure students are able to follow along and receive guidance while creating the French cuisine. Each week, there will be two discussion threads in our classroom page. One discussion thread will be for you to share a picture of what you have made with the class! Our other discussion will go along with what we have learned about the culture. This may include comparing and contrasting the region's culture to your own. Parents: I will provide an ingredient list for each week at the start of the class to prepare for each week ahead of time. The cooking in this course will utilize the stovetop and oven, and potentially knives for chopping, so please ensure there is parental guidance if needed for your child. Week 1: Crêpes! Week 2: Croque Monsieur! Week 3: Tarte aux Pommes! (Apple Tart) Week 4: Quiche Lorraine!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The cooking in this course will utilize the stovetop and oven, and potentially knives for chopping, so please ensure there is parental guidance if needed for your child.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.7
27reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! My name is Erica and I have a passion for language, culture, and community!
I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts in French and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a concentration in Finance, from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. In addition, I have obtained my Certification in Business Language; French, TEFL Certification, and a TESOL Certification. I also spent considerable time studying at the Jean Moulin Université in Lyon, France.
I began learning French at the age of 13 and have continued to practice and study the language and culture ever since. Because I began learning a second language at a young age, I have an understanding of how young learners process and develop a foreign language.
After living in France for an extended period and traveling repeatedly throughout Europe, I have developed an affinity for the culture. I have taken extensive coursework in European history and culture, as well as other francophone countries that are not located in Europe. My travels continuously take me back to these regions. Therefore, I am happy to offer additional courses in these subject areas, as well as integrate this knowledge into my French courses.
I have vast experience working with children both online and in person through teaching and tutoring French and teaching English as a Second Language(ESL). I have also worked with children as a dance teacher and gymnastics coach. I have been with children in all stages of life and understand the complexity of their developmental and educational needs.
Sharing my passion for language and culture and seeing my students learn and grow is the greatest blessing. I believe that we learn best when we have fun and interact with one another in a kind and compassionate manner. While lectures are occasionally necessary, I encourage interaction and student output throughout my classes. I strive to make my classroom environment a friendly and inviting space for students to feel comfortable and happy to be learning. My coursework typically involves work that is intended to be enjoyable and fun for the learners, all while gaining new knowledge.
I am so excited for the opportunity to work with your student!
Please allow 24 hours during the weekdays and 48 hours on the weekend for a response to inquiries and emails. Reviews
Live Group Class
$13
weekly4 weeks
Completed by 6 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
