French the natural way: 5 tips to keep you engaged and progressing!

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Discipline is often the secret ingredient behind achieving your French language goals. It’s what helps you stay focused even when you’re not as excited as you were at the beginning or when the newness of learning wears off.

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Une détermination sans limite

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French the natural way: why French with a smile is the path to success!

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My fall weekly online sessions start next Monday! They are tailored from upper beginners to advanced learners. If you are looking for a nudge to move forward in your French journey, then join me live along with a group of motivated and fun learners!

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French the natural way: discover the power of taking notes

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

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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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French the natural way: 3 strategies for natural conversations!

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As the French Beginner Intensive Week ended, I got this question coming up:

How can I improve my conversational skills?

Sign up for our next Intensive Week! There are still a few spots available!

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Le renard et le bouc (version simplifiée)

d’après une fable de Jean de La Fontaine

Un jour, il y avait un renard et un bouc. Le renard et le bouc étaient amis. Le renard et le bouc marchaient ensemble dans la forêt quand ils ont eu soif.

Le renard et le bouc voulaient boire.

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