Discovering the Food Culture of the French
After having studied French food culture, students will create a Venn diagram, comparing and contrasting French food culture with that of America's food culture.

French Connections
This lesson is designed to strengthen student perceptions of the real-world importance of mastering a foreign language; to give students at all levels practice in reading and writing French; to engage lower level students in using their knowledge of French to plan a tour of Paris; and to engage upper level students in using their knowledge of French to compare French and American journalism.

20th Century Collage
In this scenario, student groups research various topics of 20th century French civilization, literature, and culture by decades. Areas of study include music, art, architecture, literature, theater, film, politics, religion, science, medicine, technology, and daily life.

Experiencing Life in the Middle Ages
In this unit, groups of students research topics from the Middle Ages. Each group presents its findings to the class. Students learn new vocabulary and historical information. They review and practice vocabulary related to families, preferences, houses, occupations, and hobbies.

Le Carrefour Culturel
What is American? What is French? The attempt to find a simple definition of either culture is impossible. In this scenario, students develop an understanding of the effects of French colonialism on Africa and/or the Caribbean as well as the concept of Négritude, an expression of the cultural crossroads (carrefour culturel) experienced by those of the former French colonies.
 

Le Monde online

Webquest comparing francophone countries

An interactive map of France providing geographical and cultural information about the country.

Up With Proficiency! Down With Anxiety!  This program encourages students to communicate meaningfully and effectively in French.

Je Vous Presente Monet, Matisse and Degas:  A cross-curricular program that gives students new avenues to expand their use of written and spoken French employing French art and artists
 

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