Foreign Language Fun

French Lessons in the Metro Detroit Area

Published on March 13, 2009 by Diane in French

updated Aug. 2010: I’m excited to start offering French classes for kids this fall. I taught private French lessons and ran a Mom-Tot French play group when I was a stay-at-home mom, but I had to stop when I accepted a public school position. I still hope to teach at the high school part-time, but

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Dr. Seuss Books in French and Spanish

Published on March 7, 2009 by Diane in Children's Books, French, Spanish

In honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday in March, share some favorite stories with your kids in French and Spanish. Here is a listing of some multi-lingual Seuss classics. French: Le Chat Chapeaute (French Edition) Les Oeufs Verts au Jambon: The French Edition of Green Eggs and Ham Cat in the Hat in English and French

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Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday in French, Spanish, and More: Horton Hears a Who

Published on March 7, 2009 by Diane in Foreign Language Fun, French, Spanish

March is Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Celebrate with a Horton Hears a Who early childhood language lesson. My kids have the most adorable Horton Hears a Who board game by I Can Do That Games. In it, you wear a Horton mask and run around the house collecting different colored clovers with the velcro trunk. There are other elements to

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St. Patrick’s Day Activities and Worksheets in French and Spanish

Published on March 6, 2009 by Diane in Foreign Language Fun, Foreign Language House, Holiday, Spanish, Teachers Pay Teachers

Foreign Language House has published two St. Patrick’s Day downloads for novice level French and Spanish learners. Each download includes 7 ready-to-go printables for your students. Click the following links for more information if you’re a U.S. resident: St. Patrick’s Activities in French St. Patrick’s Activities in Spanish Most of our work is available at TeachersPayTeachers, which

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Free St. Patrick’s Day Math Worksheets in French and Spanish

Published on March 4, 2009 by Diane in Foreign Language Fun, Foreign Language House, French, Holiday, Spanish, Worksheets

One of the most effective ways to teach kids a foreign language is to use it as the vehicle for learning or reviewing academic content. Think of it as killing two birds with one stone. Most children benefit from a little extra math now and then, so why not do math in French or

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Spanish St. Patrick’s Day Vocabulary

Published on March 3, 2009 by Diane in Foreign Language Fun, Foreign Language House, Holiday, Spanish

When Spanish eyes are smilin’ . . . it must be because green-clad wee ones are immersed in some St. Patrick’s Day Irish/Spanish fun! Learn some words and phrases el diecesiete marzo–March 17: St. Patrick – San Patricio Ireland – Irlanda green – verde shamrock – el trébol pot of gold = el bote

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Follow the Rainbow St. Patrick’s Day Game in French, Spanish, German, and More

Published on March 2, 2009 by Diane in Foreign Language Fun, Foreign Language House, French, German, Holiday, Spanish

It’s finally March! I’m starting to plan some fun springtime themes as I teach my young ‘uns French and Spanish. Next up . . . St. Patrick’s Day. I’m preparing a Candyland-inspired board game to capture the excitement ‘o the Irish! Here’s how to play: Create a game board with a winding, rainbow path leading

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My Preschooler Loves Foreign Language Friends

Published on March 1, 2009 by Diane in Foreign Language Fun, Spanish

I wrote about Foreign Language Friends a few weeks ago. (You can read my original post here.) My 6 year old was really enjoying the online Spanish lessons and games as my 3 year old would watch. Well, you should see my littlest guy now! He insists on “Spon-is” every night. He’s transformed from

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Habla Blah Blah Spanish CD Giveaway at Spanglishbaby.com: CONTEST CLOSED

Published on March 1, 2009 by Diane in Foreign Language Fun, Songs

One of my favorite new blogs, SpanglishBaby, is sponsoring a cool giveaway. But you’ve got to hurry—it ends at midnight on Sunday, March 1. You can win two Spanish CDs for your young child from Habla Blah Blah. You are going to LOVE the fun rhythms and upbeat songs as much as your preschooler.