French Culture for Beginners - Ongoing Language Immersion Lessons

In this class, we explore French culture one topic at a time using an immersive approach. Lessons are conducted 80% in French, with some background information and facts provided in English for clarity.

Each session begins with a quick vocabulary warm-up 🌟, followed by the presentation of the day’s topic (see timeline below). Since this is a beginner-level French class, we use colorful visuals 🎨 and context clues to aid comprehension. The goals for every lesson are simple and achievable, ensuring that learners can memorize new words and phrases while practicing them through engaging, hands-on activities.

Our fun, age-appropriate activities and beginner-friendly language immersion are designed to help students build fluency. Games 🎲 and interactive exercises make practicing vocabulary enjoyable and effective. This course is based on the idea that consistent exposure to the language, presented in an engaging and entertaining way, leads to fluency.

Distribution of Topics

Week of May 12: 🎿 Les Alpes: Winter Sports and Mountain Culture
Discover the beauty of the French Alps and learn about skiing, snowboarding, and alpine traditions in French-speaking regions.

Week of May 19: 🎖️ Le Jour du Souvenir: Honoring Remembrance
Explore how France commemorates Remembrance Day, honoring soldiers and understanding the vocabulary of peace, memory, and history.

Week of May 26: ☕ Parisian Cafés: A Cornerstone of French Life
Learn about the culture of cafés in France, their history, and their role in daily life.

Week of June 2: 👑 The Palace of Versailles: A Symbol of Royalty
Discover the grandeur of this historic palace and the lives of the French monarchy.

Week of June 9: 🎨 The Louvre: Art and History in One Place
Dive into the treasures of the world’s largest museum, including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo.

Week of June 16: 🗼 The Eiffel Tower: The Icon of France
Learn about the history, design, and cultural significance of France’s most famous landmark while practicing related vocabulary.

Week of June 23: ⛪ The Cathedral of Notre Dame: A Gothic Masterpiece
Study the architectural details, history, and stories associated with this iconic cathedral.

Week of June 30: 🏛️ The Arc de Triomphe: Honoring Heroes
Dive into the story behind this grand monument, its symbolism, and its role in French history.

Week of July 7: 🥧 J’aime la Galette! – La Chandeleur
Celebrate La Chandeleur, France’s version of Candlemas, and explore the tradition of making and flipping crêpes while learning vocabulary related to food and family traditions.

Week of July 14: 🎭 Mardi Gras: Masks, Music, and Magic
Learn about the colorful customs of Mardi Gras in French-speaking regions and the traditions of costumes, parades, and King Cake.

Week of July 21: 🎉 French Holidays: Celebrating the French Way
Explore national and regional French holidays, how they're celebrated, and what they reveal about French identity and culture.

Week of July 28: 🍪 Macarons: The Colorful World of French Pastries
Discover the delicate art of making macarons and their role in French culinary heritage.

Week of August 4: ✈️ Voyager en France: Planning a Trip
Learn travel-related vocabulary, how to plan a trip in French, and discover popular destinations and transportation in France.

Week of August 11: ❄️ Quebec’s Carnaval: A Winter Wonderland
Learn about the traditions and celebrations of this vibrant winter festival in French-speaking Canada.

Week of August 18: 🎳 La Pétanque: A Favorite French Pastime
Explore the rules and cultural significance of this classic French outdoor game.

Week of August 25: 🍟 La Poutine: A Quebecois Classic
Dive into the origins of this comfort food and its popularity in Quebec and beyond.