Something Beautiful Is Happening on Telegram… ✨

Bonjour tout le monde ! 👋

I have to tell you about something really special that’s been happening in our community lately.

You know how learning French can sometimes feel lonely? Like you’re on this journey by yourself, wondering if you’re doing it right, if you’re making progress,

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It’s Your Turn to Tell the Story! 🎯✨

Bonjour tout le monde ! 👋

This week, I have a special challenge for you: narrate our story “La montagne Simeli“! 🏔️

If you haven’t watched it yet, here’s the link: https://www.aliceayel.com/resources/les-montagnes-simeli/

When you narrate,

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Should You Use a Textbook Alongside Story Listening? 📚🤔

Bonjour dear French family 👋

I hope you’ve been enjoying your French journey this week. 🇫🇷✨

Some really wonderful conversations are happening over in the Community Chat at https://www.aliceayel.com/community-chat/

If you haven’t stopped by lately, you’re missing out on some thoughtful discussions!

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Have You Stopped Noticing the Rules Yet? 👀

Bonjour dear French family!

Here is a thoughtful question from @Polyglot98 that comes up for many of us:

“When can we stop noticing the rules?!”

The answer is truly encouraging!

When you acquire French naturally by immersing yourself in stories,

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French the natural way:🐰 Finally Understand “EN” Without Grammar Rules – New Story Available!

Coucou wonderful French learners! 👋

I have something special to share with you this week that might just solve one of your biggest French challenges!

🎬 New Free Story: “Les Vaches de Monsieur Lapin”

This beautiful Venezuelan folktale naturally explains the mysterious French word “EN”.

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From Zero to B2 in 11 Months: Grace’s Incredible French Journey! 🚀

Bonjour my wonderful French learners! 👋

🎉 Grace’s Amazing Success Story

I have the most exciting news to share with you this week!

Grace, one of our amazing community members, just shared her incredible progress in our Community Chat.

Click here to read her experience!

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💬 Subtitles or Not? How YOU Grow Your French! 🎉

Bonjour wonderful French learners! 🇫🇷💖

A question I hear often, and which @Chuan asked just recently, is one that might resonate with you too:

“If I understand when listening with subtitles, but without subtitles I cannot fully understand, does that still count as effective input?”

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