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French in Five Stories
Five real stories by Bernard Friot — witty little tales of stubborn kids, talking cats, and sharks who fall for the wrong trick.
Not textbook sentences. Authentic French, the way it's actually told.
Watch the gestures. Hear the story. Read along. Check your understanding.
That's it! French the way you first learned any language, by listening and understanding.
Perfect for:
- True beginners starting out
- Seniors returning to French
- Homeschool families
- French teachers who want a ready-made, no-prep lesson
Yours for life:
- 5 Story Listening videos
- Audio with synced text — the words highlight as you hear them, so your eyes and ears learn together
- Full transcripts
- Comprehension questions with answers
€49 through September only — €99 after. A different way in. Or a way back in.
Curious what it feels like? Watch the start of the first session, our first story, below.
📚 Books collection
Step by step guide to acquire French by Alice Ayel
What if you could understand French easily, without struggling?
What if you didn’t have to learn French words by heart?
What if you could speak French spontaneously without any anxiety?
Ben & I are thrilled to start this French journey with you. We are here to help you acquire French naturally.
Indeed, French or any other languages can be acquired naturally and effortlessly.
Marie and her dog Médor are inseparable until one morning Marie wakes up but cannot find Médor. Where is Médor ? Marie sets out on a quest in Montmartre, Paris to find her beloved dog. Will she finally find Médor ?
A comprehensible story written in the present tense with unique characters and exciting twists to keep you wanting more! Rich vocabulary and structures are repeated throughout the stories to provide optimal input. They help you acquire French the natural way.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
« The best way to improve in a foreign langage is to do a great deal of comprehensible interesting reading. » Dr. Beniko Mason.
That is the PDF version of the book + the MP3 audiobook
Marie and her dog Médor are inseparable until one morning Marie wakes up but cannot find Médor. Where is Médor ? Marie sets out on a quest in Montmartre, Paris to find her beloved dog. Will she finally find Médor ?
A comprehensible story written in the present tense with unique characters and exciting twists to keep you wanting more! Rich vocabulary and structures are repeated throughout the stories to provide optimal input. They help you acquire French the natural way.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
« The best way to improve in a foreign langage is to do a great deal of comprehensible interesting reading. » Dr. Beniko Mason.
That is the PDF version of the book
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read »
Dr. Stephen Krashen.
Enter the French speaking world ! Meet 20 fascinating francophone people who changed the world from a philosopher, a scientist, a midwife to a warrior, an entrepreneur, a musketeer, a singer and many more…
These are the scripts of the videos from the playlists Culture francophone : Qui est ? for intermediate French learners on my YouTube channel. Find each transcript. Read about the French culture.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
That is the PDF version of the book + the MP3 audiobook
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read »
Dr. Stephen Krashen.
Enter the French speaking world ! Meet 20 fascinating francophone people who changed the world from a philosopher, a scientist, a midwife to a warrior, an entrepreneur, a musketeer, a singer and many more…
These are the scripts of the videos from the playlists Culture francophone : Qui est ? on my YouTube channel for upper intermediate French learners. Find each story script. Read about the French culture.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
That is the PDF version of the book
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read »
Dr. Stephen Krashen.
This series of comprehensible and compelling mini stories will help you acquire French the natural way.
These are the scripts to Marie et Médor à Paris and to Un peu de culture for French upper beginners on my YouTube channel. Find each script in the present and past tenses.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
That is the PDF version of the book
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read »
Dr. Stephen Krashen.
This series of comprehensible and compelling mini stories help you acquire French the natural way. These are the scripts to Understand French with ease (Baby stories for French beginners) videos on my YouTube channel. Find each script in the present and past tenses.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
That is the PDF version of the book
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read »
Dr. Stephen Krashen.
This series of comprehensible and compelling mini stories help you acquire French the natural way. These are the scripts to Understand French with ease (Baby stories for French beginners) videos on my YouTube channel. Find each script in the present and past tenses.
This version is specifically tailored to be more accessible and easier to read for individuals with dyslexia.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
That is the Dyslexic version of the book (PDF)
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read »
Dr. Stephen Krashen.
This series of comprehensible and compelling mini stories will help you acquire French the natural way. These are the scripts to Understand French with ease (Baby stories for French beginners) videos on my YouTube channel. Find each script in the present and past tenses.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
This pack includes the Standard and the Dyslexic versions of the book (PDF)
20% OFF
Countdown to Christmas!
Marie and her dog Médor set off on adventures to France to get ready for Christmas. They also go to Lapland to visit Santa, but will they see him?
Comprehensible mini stories with unique characters and exciting twists to keep you wanting more! Rich vocabulary and structures are repeated throughout the stories to give you optimal input. They help you acquire French the natural way.
These are the scripts of the videos from the playlist Avant Noël 2018 avec Marie et Médor for French upper beginners on my YouTube channel. Find each script in the present and past tenses.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read » Dr. Stephen Krashen.
That is the PDF version of the book
Countdown to Christmas!
Marie and her dog Médor set off on adventures to France to get ready for Christmas. They also go to Lapland to visit Santa, but will they see him?
Comprehensible mini stories with unique characters and exciting twists to keep you wanting more! Rich vocabulary and structures are repeated throughout the stories to give you optimal input. They help you acquire French the natural way.
These are the scripts of the videos from the playlist Avant Noël 2018 avec Marie et Médor for French upper beginners on my YouTube channel. Find each script in the present and past tenses.
This version is specifically tailored to be more accessible and easier to read for individuals with dyslexia.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read » Dr. Stephen Krashen.
That is the Dyslexic version of the book (PDF)
Countdown to Christmas!
Marie and her dog Médor set off on adventures to France to get ready for Christmas. They also go to Lapland to visit Santa, but will they see him?
Comprehensible mini stories with unique characters and exciting twists to keep you wanting more! Rich vocabulary and structures are repeated throughout the stories to give you optimal input. They help you acquire French the natural way.
These are the scripts of the videos from the playlist Avant Noël 2018 avec Marie et Médor for French upper beginners on my YouTube channel. Find each script in the present and past tenses.
Understand French with ease. Think French naturally. Speak French freely.
Happy French acquisition!
« We acquire language when we understand what we hear and read » Dr. Stephen Krashen.
This pack includes the Standard and the Dyslexic versions of the book (PDF)
20% OFF
Histoire N°1
By Barry Rico
You probably know the adventures of Marie and her clever dog, Médor. But do you know Marie's magical uncle, Tonton Nono? He has a giant flying orange to take Marie wherever she wants to go. Tonton Nono's real name is Bruno, and he is Marie's mother's brother. Here is his story when Bruno was young and how he discovered magic.
A comprehensible story written in the past tense with unique characters and exciting twists to keep you wanting more! Rich vocabulary and structures are repeated throughout the stories to provide optimal input. They will help you acquire French the natural way.
You will acquire French effortlessly.
« A very special story written by one of our dear members. If you enjoy stories like Harry Potter, you will love this book. It is a truly captivating story! » Alice Ayel.
That is the PDF version of the book.
Histoire N°2
By Barry Rico
You probably know the adventures of Marie and her clever dog, Médor. But do you know Marie's magical uncle, Tonton Nono? He has a giant flying orange to take Marie wherever she wants to go. Tonton Nono's real name is Bruno, and he is Marie's mother's brother. This is the story of Bruno when he was young and he became a magician. This is the second volume about Bruno.
A comprehensible story written in the past tense with unique characters and exciting twists to keep you wanting more! Rich vocabulary and structures are repeated throughout the stories to provide optimal input. They will help you acquire French the natural way.
You will acquire French effortlessly.
« A very special story written by one of our dear members. If you enjoy stories like Harry Potter, you will love this book. It is a truly captivating story! » Alice Ayel.
That is the PDF version of the book.
