French news: Nadya’s Journey, From Simple Sentences to Confident Conversations

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Nadya’s Teen Stage Triumph 🎓

This week, I want to shine a spotlight on one of our dear members, Nadya, who has just completed the Teen Stage, our special French course for intermediate learners.

Nadya shared in the Community Chat:

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French the natural way: Can Stories Really Change Your Brain?

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Have you ever wondered why humans are so drawn to stories? 🧠

From the earliest cave paintings to the latest blockbuster movies, stories have always captivated our minds.

Neuroscience shows that when we listen to a story, our brains light up as if we’re experiencing the events ourselves.

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French news: Small Victories, Big Connections, Celebrate Your French Journey!

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🙏 Thank You for Joining Our Community Gathering!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined our live community gathering this past Wednesday!

It was a pleasure to see so many of you, and to share such a lively conversation about pets,

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French the natural way: What If French Could Take You on an Unexpected Adventure?

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This April, my family and I embarked on an unforgettable two-week road trip to Morocco. Our very first time in North Africa! 🚗🌍

We drove all the way from Portugal and crossed the legendary Strait of Gibraltar by boat,

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French news: Join Our May French Live Gathering & Receive Your Lucky Lily!

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Get ready for a joyful French immersion! Join us for our monthly live gathering on Zoom.

Wednesday May 7
4pm UK / 5pm France / 11am EST / 8am PST This is your chance to connect,

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French the natural way: What’s the Secret Behind Acquiring French Through Animal Fables?

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Do you find yourself drawn to stories with talking animals, or do you prefer tales of real people-kings, queens, and brave adventurers?

Which Do You Prefer: Animal Fables or Tales of Kings and Princesses? 🦊👑

When I was a little girl,

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French news: Back from Morocco (Stories, Encounters, and Your Next Steps in French)

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We are now back from our trip to Morocco, and our hearts and cameras are full!

During our travels, we met wonderful people who generously shared their stories and perspectives.

Their insights were so captivating that we took the time to interview several of them,

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