French the natural way: discover the power of taking notes

Coucou les French learners,

C’est la rentrée ! It’s back to school (or work) in France. This phrase is commonly used in French to refer to the time when people return to school or work after summer vacation. Because, you know, les vacances, c’est sacré !

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Adult Stage – Conclusion

Coucou la communauté des French learners !

L’étape adulte est terminée. Tu as complété toutes les sessions de l’« Adult Stage », félicitations !

Je vais continuer de parler en Français parce que maintenant, tu peux comprendre tout ce que je dis (ou presque !) en Français.

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French the natural way: how writing prepares you for fluent speaking

Coucou les French learners,

I hope you are enjoying l’été, summer time! I love this time of the year because as some of you may know already, I am a frileuse. This French word cannot really be translated in English but it basically means I am sensitive to cold.

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Un nouveau travail pour Marie

d’après une histoire écrite par Lynne,
membre de la communauté

Un jour, Marie rentre chez elle. Elle demande :
– Médor ! Où es-tu ? J’ai une grande nouvelle.
Médor entre dans la chambre et il s’assoit. Il est curieux. Marie lui dit :

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Marie et les pattes brillantes

d’après une histoire écrite par Barry,
membre de la communauté

Un jour, Marie rentre chez elle. Elle crie :
– Médor ! Où es-tu ? J’ai une grande nouvelle.
Médor entre rapidement en courant, dans la chambre et il s’assoit. Il est énormément curieux.

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French the natural way: 3 steps to read aloud

Coucou les French learners,

Are you ready to speak French this year? I know you probably are but you may have this fear of speaking and making mistakes.

I have the answer for you.

Remember, you speak when you feel ready to. Do not force yourself to speak if you are not ready yet.

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French the natural way: the benefits of becoming patient

Coucou les French learners,

How has this new year started? I hope not too fast! I know I need to remind myself to slow down.

Living life at a fast pace often leads to stress and frustration. BUT acquiring another language teaches you to take your time and become patient.

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