| Lesson start ideas | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | French as second |
| What age group | Year or Grade 1 |
| What topic | Familly |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Objective: Today, we are going to learn about our families in French! We will talk about who is in our families and how to say their names in French.
To kick off our lesson, let's gather in a circle and share a special story about a family! I will read a short, delightful story about La Famille Bonheur, which is a story about a happy family consisting of a mother, father, two children, and a pet dog. As we read, I will pause to ask questions like:
This will help us get excited about learning new words!
After we finish the story, let's sing a fun song about family members! Here's a simple version of the classic tune, "Frère Jacques," but with our own family twist:
Maman, Maman,
Où es-tu? Où es-tu?
Je suis ici, je suis ici,
À la maison, à la maison.This translates to “Mom, Mom, where are you? I am here, at home.” Children can sing along, making it interactive and lively!
Now, it’s time for some creative fun! Each child will receive a mini family tree worksheet. They can draw pictures of their family members and label them in French:
As they create their family trees, I will walk around and help them pronounce the words correctly!
With our story, song, and art activity, we are diving into the wonderful world of family! Are you ready to learn to say “family” in French? It's "la famille"! Let’s go on this exciting adventure together!
By starting our lesson with engaging activities, we aim to create a friendly environment where students feel comfortable and enthusiastic about learning French vocabulary related to family.