subject: Tres Bien! Learn French With Your Kids! [print this page] Tres Bien! Learn French With Your Kids!
Recently my homeschooled family decided to learn a foreign language together, rather than just instructing the kids on a language my partner and i knew a little of already we decided to simply all start at the same level and try something new.
After a little deliberation we decided on French, as we have some cultural interest in one day going to France. We decided we would study the language for two years and then travel to France after that time and put what we had learnt into practice.
We began with looking at resources to help in our study of the French language. Computer software for the PC was an ideal place to start as it allows an interactive approach and software to teach foreign languages has come a long way in the last few years.
After looking at the various approaches to learning a foreign language we finally decided on Fluenz, as they seems to have an interesting approach to teaching and are a smart, forward thinking new business.
We also adopted a number of traditional resources like a dictionary, reading and exercise books. There are an amazing array of resources for all ages when learning a new language and the internet has allowed us access to them all.
We bought a physical dictionary as well as a computer dictionary form Oxford Hachette. The cool thing about the latter is that it utilises the ability to speak the words you are looking up. Great for pronunciation practice.
Resources the kids enjoyed included the 1000 First Words in French language pack from Usborne. The pack includes a CD to help with pronunciation as well as Flash Cards and the book itself. There are also some CDs with music on it as well so we are learning some easy French children's songs as well.
Learning a foreign language at the same time as your children is a true gift and with all the amazing resources out there you can really make the experience fun and educational for all.
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