Tips for teaching a split class in French Immersion Teaching a split class, more commonly referred to now as “combined class,” is becoming even more common. No matter how the split falls and what the numbers are per grade in that class, it isn’t easy. That paired with the added language component for us teaching …
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As the new school year approaches, it’s time to refresh our bookshelves with some top-notch reads that engage and inspire students. Whether you’re teaching beginners or more advanced French learners, having a go-to collection of versatile books is essential. I’m sharing my top ten back-to-school books in French that have proven to be invaluable in …
The BEST French Novels: Novel Studies OR Read Aloud STUDENT APPROVED Finding French books to read either as a whole class or work on individually is a challenge in itself. Add to the mix, the different reading levels in our classes & students reading in their second language and the plot thickens. These books are …
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Word walls are essential to any classroom, but I would argue especially so in upper elementary classrooms. Even more so in French Immersion intermediate classes. Typically, though, most intermediate classrooms don’t have a word wall or a system in place to help students visually see the words they need. I’ve linked and explained all my …
French-focused, low prep, routine-based writing program for building independent writers The key to any successful writing program, is making it low stress, accessible to any level of learner, and consistent. Especially for French Immersion students, writing and expressing themselves in a second language is hard and teacher dependent. Ever since my first-year teaching, I’ve been …
