This course requires 2 options.
Year 10 French
Course Description
Head of Faculty - Kaihautuu: Mrs P. McMillan.
Students will:
- understand simple texts in French both written and spoken.
- use prior knowledge to make connections with new language.
- build their confidence in using the language by participating, contributing and interacting.
- build their capacity to read and write in French.
- learn more about French culture and relate it to their own.
Topics covered:
- Sports and Leisure
- Countries
- House
- School
- Daily Routines
- Food
Focus is :
a) on speaking being able to use simple French sentences and questions for the purpose of every day conversation and recording video presentations for future penpals.
b) on reading from authentic texts such as magazines, online articles, lyrics on songs and simple videos
c) on experiencing the culture with activities such as food ie French lunch and easy recipes, buying food and tickets and music and films.
Course Overview
Term 1
Introducing yourself (revision)
My favourite things and hobbies
Taking part the custom of pancake flipping during la Chandeleur
Discovering the tradition of April fool's day and Easter
Term 2
Physical appearance and personality
My favourite person
Discovering French personalities across the ages and iconic cartoon characters
Term 3
My style, my look
My school life
Discovering French meals and taking part in a French breakfast
Term 4
Organising an outing
Going shopping
Organising a French lunch for the end of the year
Taking part in cultural activities linked to Christmas and New Year celebrations
Recommended Prior Learning
It is recommended to have completed one semester of French at Year 9
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
1B5 / a device / headphones
Pathway
You must completed the Y10 French course in order to enroll in a senior French course ie Y11 / Y12 / Y13 French. You cannot enroll in a senior French course without any prior knowledge of the French language.