This course introduces foundational French language skills through interactive lessons on greetings, farewells, colours, numbers, family, animals, and cultural topics. Learners practise pronunciation with audio, engage in flashcards, worksheets, games like bingo and word searches, and class discussions to build confidence in speaking, listening, and comprehension for everyday communication.
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Essential greetings, descriptors, and classroom items to start simple interactions in French.

Curriculum Mapping
  • S4.CR.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Participate in very simple classroom routines, activities and games using the L3.
  • S4.CS.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Recognise and demonstrate understanding of very basic words and short and simple questions, phrases and instructions in the L3 related to concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
  • S4.EU.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Use common words and phrases to give very basic information on concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, using visual gestures and supports to aid communication.
  • S4.CS.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Identify and demonstrate understanding of key information in very short and simple texts that relate to concrete objects and personal and familiar topics.
  • S4.EU.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Recognise and explore the range of sounds and sound patterns in the L3 and compare them across languages.
Friendly Hellos and Goodbyes
Say Hello (les Salutations) Quiz Beginner
Wave Goodbye (les Au Revoir) Quiz Beginner
Bright Colors
Spot the Colors (les Couleurs) Quiz Beginner
Count Ahead (les Nombres) Quiz Beginner
Classroom Helpers
Name Classroom Items (la Classe) Quiz Beginner
Spot the Shapes (les Formes) Quiz Beginner

Food vocabulary and polite phrases for daily conversations.

Curriculum Mapping
  • S4.CR.3: Communicative Competence In The L3: Use very short and simple expressions to start, maintain and end interactions, demonstrating an awareness of social conventions, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
  • S4.EU.3: Communicative Competence In The L3: Engage with and respond to very short and simple texts like a greeting, poem, rhyme or song, etc.
Fresh Produce
Pick Fruits (les Fruits) Quiz Beginner
Grow Vegetables (les Légumes) Quiz Beginner
Mealtime Favorites
Enjoy Food (la Nourriture) Quiz Beginner
Sip Drinks (les Boissons) Quiz Beginner
Polite Table Talk
Use Polite Words (les Politesses) Quiz Beginner
Meet the Family (la Famille) Quiz Beginner

Describe animals from pets to wild ones.

Curriculum Mapping
    Pets and Farms
    Name Your Pets (les Animaux Domestiques) Quiz Beginner
    Visit the Farm (les Animaux De Ferme) Quiz Beginner
    Wild Adventures
    Spot Wild Animals (les Animaux Sauvages) Quiz Beginner
    Watch the Birds (les Oiseaux) Quiz Beginner
    Sea and Small Wonders
    Dive with Sea Creatures (les Créatures Marines) Quiz Beginner
    Catch Insects (les Insectes) Quiz Beginner

    Personal info, body, clothes, and feelings for self-expression.

    Curriculum Mapping
    • S4.CR.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Ask and answer very short and simple questions in the L3 about concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
    • S4.EU.4: Communicative Competence In The L3: Gather, create and share texts using English, Irish, the L3 and other languages to demonstrate and celebrate what they have learned.
    Personal Intros
    Introduce Yourself (les Présentations) Quiz Beginner
    Share About Me (à Propos De Moi) Quiz Beginner
    Body and Style
    Point to Body Parts (les Parties Du Corps) Quiz Beginner
    Dress up (les Vêtements) Quiz Beginner
    Feelings and Home
    Show Emotions (les Émotions) Quiz Beginner
    Tour the House (les Pièces De Maison) Quiz Beginner

    Weather, travel, time, and play for routines and hobbies.

    Curriculum Mapping
      Nature and Weather
      Explore Nature (la Nature) Quiz Beginner
      Check the Weather (la Météo) Quiz Beginner
      Time and Travel
      Travel Modes (les Transports) Quiz Beginner
      Plan the Days (les Jours) Quiz Beginner
      Play and Seasons
      Play Sports (les Sports) Quiz Beginner
      Home Furnishings (les Meubles) Quiz Beginner

      Essential greetings, descriptors, and classroom items to start simple interactions in French.

      Curriculum Mapping
      • S4.CR.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Participate in very simple classroom routines, activities and games using the L3.
      • S4.CS.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Recognise and demonstrate understanding of very basic words and short and simple questions, phrases and instructions in the L3 related to concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
      • S4.EU.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Use common words and phrases to give very basic information on concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, using visual gestures and supports to aid communication.
      • S4.CS.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Identify and demonstrate understanding of key information in very short and simple texts that relate to concrete objects and personal and familiar topics.
      • S4.EU.1: Communicative Competence In The L3: Recognise and explore the range of sounds and sound patterns in the L3 and compare them across languages.
      Friendly Hellos and Goodbyes
      Say Hello (les Salutations) Quiz Beginner
      Wave Goodbye (les Au Revoir) Quiz Beginner
      Bright Colors
      Spot the Colors (les Couleurs) Quiz Beginner
      Count Ahead (les Nombres) Quiz Beginner
      Classroom Helpers
      Name Classroom Items (la Classe) Quiz Beginner
      Spot the Shapes (les Formes) Quiz Beginner

      Food vocabulary and polite phrases for daily conversations.

      Curriculum Mapping
      • S4.CR.3: Communicative Competence In The L3: Use very short and simple expressions to start, maintain and end interactions, demonstrating an awareness of social conventions, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
      • S4.EU.3: Communicative Competence In The L3: Engage with and respond to very short and simple texts like a greeting, poem, rhyme or song, etc.
      Fresh Produce
      Pick Fruits (les Fruits) Quiz Beginner
      Grow Vegetables (les Légumes) Quiz Beginner
      Mealtime Favorites
      Enjoy Food (la Nourriture) Quiz Beginner
      Sip Drinks (les Boissons) Quiz Beginner
      Polite Table Talk
      Use Polite Words (les Politesses) Quiz Beginner
      Meet the Family (la Famille) Quiz Beginner

      Describe animals from pets to wild ones.

      Curriculum Mapping
        Pets and Farms
        Name Your Pets (les Animaux Domestiques) Quiz Beginner
        Visit the Farm (les Animaux De Ferme) Quiz Beginner
        Wild Adventures
        Spot Wild Animals (les Animaux Sauvages) Quiz Beginner
        Watch the Birds (les Oiseaux) Quiz Beginner
        Sea and Small Wonders
        Dive with Sea Creatures (les Créatures Marines) Quiz Beginner
        Catch Insects (les Insectes) Quiz Beginner

        Personal info, body, clothes, and feelings for self-expression.

        Curriculum Mapping
        • S4.CR.2: Communicative Competence In The L3: Ask and answer very short and simple questions in the L3 about concrete objects and personal and familiar topics, drawing on appropriate cues, resources and scaffolds where necessary.
        • S4.EU.4: Communicative Competence In The L3: Gather, create and share texts using English, Irish, the L3 and other languages to demonstrate and celebrate what they have learned.
        Personal Intros
        Introduce Yourself (les Présentations) Quiz Beginner
        Share About Me (à Propos De Moi) Quiz Beginner
        Body and Style
        Point to Body Parts (les Parties Du Corps) Quiz Beginner
        Dress up (les Vêtements) Quiz Beginner
        Feelings and Home
        Show Emotions (les Émotions) Quiz Beginner
        Tour the House (les Pièces De Maison) Quiz Beginner

        Weather, travel, time, and play for routines and hobbies.

        Curriculum Mapping
          Nature and Weather
          Explore Nature (la Nature) Quiz Beginner
          Check the Weather (la Météo) Quiz Beginner
          Time and Travel
          Travel Modes (les Transports) Quiz Beginner
          Plan the Days (les Jours) Quiz Beginner
          Play and Seasons
          Play Sports (les Sports) Quiz Beginner
          Home Furnishings (les Meubles) Quiz Beginner

          Curriculum Mapping

          See exactly how this course maps to official curriculum specifications

          Curriculum Area
          Outcomes
          Building An Awareness Of Languages And Cultures
          Exploring languages
          S3.EL.1 S3.EL.2
          Understanding myself as a language learner
          S3.UL.1 S3.UL.2
          Developing intercultural awareness
          S3.IA.1 S3.IA.2 S3.IA.3 S3.IA.4 S3.IA.5 S3.IA.6 S3.IA.7
          Communicative Competence In The L3
          Developing communicative relationships through language
          S4.CR.1 S4.CR.2 S4.CR.3
          Understanding the content and structure of language
          S4.CS.1 S4.CS.2
          Exploring and using language
          S4.EU.1 S4.EU.2 S4.EU.3 S4.EU.4
          • Strand: Communicative Competence In The L3

          What Students Will Learn

          Learning Goals

          1. Master basic French greetings and farewells, distinguishing formal and informal contexts.
          2. Acquire and apply vocabulary for colours, numbers, family, and animals in French.
          3. Develop accurate pronunciation and listening skills through interactive audio and practice activities.
          4. Engage in simple conversations about personal preferences, descriptions, and cultural topics.
          5. Explore French culture and traditions to foster appreciation and intercultural competence.

          Learning Outcomes

          1. Accurately pronounce and use six essential French greetings, distinguishing formal (e.g., Bonjour) from informal (e.g., Salut) in context.
          2. Recognise and apply five key French farewell phrases, differentiating formal and casual uses through speaking practice.
          3. Identify, pronounce, and label eight basic French colours (e.g., rouge, bleu) in visual contexts and simple sentences.
          4. Count, spell, and utilise French numbers 1–10 in listening, labelling, and real-life discussion scenarios.
          5. Demonstrate basic French communication skills by integrating vocabulary on greetings, colours, numbers, and farewells in interactive class discussions.

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